Ryan's focus on qualification, not personal milestones

Mon, 09 Jun, 2025

Ryan's focus on qualification, not personal milestones

Jeddah: Australia goalkeeper Mathew Ryan will look to put personal milestones to one side as he attempts to lead the Socceroos to FIFA World Cup qualification on Tuesday, when he will earn his 100th cap for his country.

The 33-year-old will complete a century of appearances for Australia if he is picked by Tony Popovic to play in Tuesday’s crucial AFC Asian Qualifiers™ - Road to 26 clash against Saudi Arabia in Jeddah’s King Abdullah Sports City Stadium.

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Preview - Group C: Saudi Arabia v Australia

Wed, 11 Jun, 2025

Preview - Group C: Saudi Arabia v Australia

Jeddah: Saudi Arabia have to produce the spectacular if they are to book an automatic spot when they face Australia in Group C of the AFC Asian Qualifiers™ - Road to 26 on Tuesday.

Herve Renard's side are on 13 points, three behind Australia whose superior goal difference means they only have to avoid defeat by five clear goals to book their ticket to next year's FIFA World Cup.

Preview - Group C: Japan v Indonesia

Mon, 09 Jun, 2025

Preview - Group C: Japan v Indonesia

Osaka: Japan will have to brace themselves for a buoyant Indonesia when the sides meet in their concluding AFC Asian Qualifiers™ - Road to 26 Group C match on Tuesday.

Japan will have to brace themselves for a buoyant Indonesia when the sides meet in their concluding AFC Asian Qualifiers™ - Road to 26 Group C match on Tuesday.

Preview - Group C: China PR v Bahrain

Mon, 09 Jun, 2025

Preview - Group C: China PR v Bahrain

Chongqing: China PR and Bahrain will be playing for pride when they meet in Group C of the AFC Asian Qualifiers™ - Road to 26 on Tuesday.

Both sides suffered elimination following defeats on Thursday and will battle to avoid finishing last in the group.

Preview - Group A: IR Iran v DPR Korea

Mon, 09 Jun, 2025

Preview - Group A: IR Iran v DPR Korea

Tehran: Islamic Republic of Iran will expect to get back to winning ways when they meet DPR Korea in their final AFC Asian Qualifiers™ - Road to 26 Group A tie on Tuesday.

Defeat to Qatar on Thursday means Iran still have a bit of work to do if they want to top the group, with Uzbekistan two points behind.

Preview - Group A: Uzbekistan v Qatar

Mon, 09 Jun, 2025

Preview - Group A: Uzbekistan v Qatar

Tashkent: Expect a party-like atmosphere when Uzbekistan welcome Qatar to the Bunyodkor Stadium for their concluding AFC Asian Qualifiers™ - Road to 26 Group A tie on Tuesday.

The Central Asian side sealed qualification to an inaugural FIFA World Cup Finals on Thursday and will want to end their campaign with victory in front of their fans.

Preview - Group A: Kyrgyz Republic v United Arab Emirates

Tue, 10 Jun, 2025

Preview - Group A: Kyrgyz Republic v United Arab Emirates

Bishkek: United Arab Emirates will be aiming to lock down third spot when they travel to face Kyrgyz Republic in their final AFC Asian Qualifiers™ - Road to 26 Group A tie on Tuesday.

Thursday's goalless draw with Uzbekistan ended UAE's hopes of automatic qualification and the West Asian side sit only a point ahead of Qatar, with both having sealed their places in the playoffs.

Preview - Group B: Palestine v Oman

Mon, 09 Jun, 2025

Preview - Group B: Palestine v Oman

Amman: Palestine and Oman are set for a blockbuster affair when they meet in Group B of the AFC Asian Qualifiers™ - Road to 26 on Tuesday.

At stake is a spot in the playoffs, with Oman a point ahead of Palestine in the standings.

Preview - Group B: Jordan v Iraq

Mon, 09 Jun, 2025

Preview - Group B: Jordan v Iraq

Amman: Jordan will aim to keep the party going when they face Iraq in their concluding AFC Asian Qualifiers™ - Road to 26 Group B tie on Tuesday.

Qualification to an inaugural FIFA World Cup was sealed on Thursday with an emphatic 3-0 win against Oman.

Preview - Group B: Korea Republic v Kuwait

Mon, 09 Jun, 2025

Preview - Group B: Korea Republic v Kuwait

Seoul: Korea Republic will be out to show they have rediscovered their best form when they face Kuwait in Group B of the AFC Asian Qualifiers™ - Road to 26 on Tuesday.

Thursday's 2-0 win against 10-man Iraq sealed an 11th consecutive and 12th overall FIFA World Cup appearance and Hong Myung-bo's side will want to celebrate with a sparkling performance in front of their fans.

Qualifiers - Final Round: MD2 Preview

Mon, 09 Jun, 2025

Qualifiers - Final Round: MD2 Preview

Kuala Lumpur: The AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ Qualifiers Final Round returns with Matchday Two action on Tuesday.

With only the six group winners to advance to the Finals, the 24 teams will either be aiming to boost their chances or revive their hopes.

The-AFC.com takes a look at how the groups stand and what can be expected from the 12 matches that will be played across the continent.