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Asian Stars to watch

Wed, 10 Jun, 2026

Asian Stars to watch

Kuala Lumpur: Asia will be represented by nine teams at the expanded FIFA World Cup 2026 which kicks off on Thursday.

It promises to be a thrilling campaign for all of the Asian sides, with each bidding to create history.

As we get set for the action, the-AFC.com highlights a key player for each of the Asian teams at the global showpiece. 

Jordan fall to Colombia

Mon, 08 Jun, 2026

Jordan fall to Colombia

San Diego: Jordan concluded their FIFA World Cup 2026 preparations with a 2-0 defeat against Colombia at the Snapdragon Stadium on Sunday.

Jhon Arias starred with a brace to leave Jamal Sellami’s side with back-to-back defeats following their 4-1 loss to Switzerland last week.

Focus: Group J

Sat, 06 Jun, 2026

Focus: Group J

Paris: Holders Argentina arrive at the FIFA World Cup aiming to become the first team in more than half a century to successfully defend their title.

Only two teams – Italy in 1934 and 1938, and Brazil in 1958 and 1962 – have won back-to-back FIFA World Cup crowns, underscoring the difficulty of the task facing Lionel Messi and his teammates.

Yet while history suggests the odds are stacked against the 2022 champions, there are grounds for believing that Argentina are more than capable of completing a rare double.

Al Taamari, Olwan to spearhead Jordan challenge

Tue, 02 Jun, 2026

Al Taamari, Olwan to spearhead Jordan challenge

Amman: Musa Al Taamari and Ali Olwan will lead Jordan's historic challenge at the FIFA World Cup 2026 with the nation set to make their debut appearance on football's biggest stage.

Head coach Jamal Sellami named his final 26-man squad, with Rennes winger Al Taamari and prolific forward Olwan expected to play key roles as Jordan seek to progress from a difficult Group J.

Switzerland too strong for Jordan

Mon, 01 Jun, 2026

Switzerland too strong for Jordan

St. Gallen: Switzerland proved too strong for Jordan as the European side sailed to a 4-1 win in an international friendly on Sunday.

Both teams are in the final stages of their preparation for the FIFA World Cup 26, with debutants Jordan to feature in Group J alongside defending champions Argentina, Algeria and Austria.

Know your team: Jordan

Fri, 29 May, 2026

Know your team: Jordan

Kuala Lumpur: Jordan play at their first World Cup determined to show they belong at football's top table and with Lionel Messi's Argentina presenting the most daunting of prospects.

Jamal Sellami's side face Austria in a tough Group J on their World Cup debut on June 16, followed by Algeria and then reigning champions Argentina in their final pool game in Dallas.

#AFCU20 China 2027 - Stage set for Qualifiers

Thu, 28 May, 2026

#AFCU20 China 2027 - Stage set for Qualifiers

Kuala Lumpur: The AFC U20 Asian Cup China 2027™ Qualifiers are set to be a scintillating affair following the Official Draw at the AFC House in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on Thursday.

To be staged between August 25 and September 6, 2026 in a centralised league system, these Qualifiers will feature the implementation of a new format as part of key reforms to the AFC’s youth competitions that were ratified earlier this year.

Designed to ensure more meaningful matches and opportunities for teams to compete against opponents of similar technical competency, a two-phase system featuring a promotion and relegation mechanism has been introduced.

#AsianCup2027 - The Groups

Mon, 11 May, 2026

#AsianCup2027 - The Groups

Riyadh: Fans can expect a scintillating AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ following Saturday's Final Draw in Riyadh.

While the usual teams will start as the pre-tournament favourites, the continental showpiece has a tendency of producing surprises and the-AFC.com takes a look at what can be expected from the groups.

West Asia Wrap: Showdown in Riyadh; champs crowned in UAE, Jordan, Oman

Mon, 11 May, 2026

West Asia Wrap: Showdown in Riyadh; champs crowned in UAE, Jordan, Oman

Doha: Al Nassr Club and Al Hilal SFC will square off on Tuesday in the Saudi Pro League decider while champions were crowned in the United Arab Emirates, Jordan and Oman.

Al Gharafa SC stunned AL Sadd Sc in the Amir Cup final in Qatar while leaders Air Force SC suffered defeat in Iraq.

Join the-AFC.com in our weekly wrap of the West Asian domestic scene.

#AsianCup2027 - Final Draw: What they said

Sun, 10 May, 2026

#AsianCup2027 - Final Draw: What they said

Riyadh: The stage is set for the AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ with Saturday’s Final Draw producing six enticing groups.

As the teams plan their preparations for the January 7-February 5, 2027 continental showpiece, the-AFC.com listened to what several head coaches had to say after the glittering Final Draw at the historical Salwa Palace in Riyadh.

#AsianCup2027 - Road to glory paved

Sun, 10 May, 2026

#AsianCup2027 - Road to glory paved

Riyadh: Fans can expect a spectacular AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ with Saturday's glittering Final Draw at the historical Salwa Palace in Riyadh producing a thrilling group stage.

The continental showpiece, to be hosted by Saudi Arabia for the first time, kicks off on January 7, 2027.

West Asia Wrap: Al Qadsiah end Al Nassr's winning run; Al Sadd celebrate in style

Mon, 04 May, 2026

West Asia Wrap: Al Qadsiah end Al Nassr's winning run; Al Sadd celebrate in style

Doha: Al Qadsiah turned on the power to defeat Al Nassr Club 3-1 on Sunday as the Saudi Pro League title race took an unexpected turn.

Al Sadd SC brought the Qatar Stars League season to a close with a thrilling win while Shabab Al Ahli lost ground in the UAE Pro League race.

Al Seeb Club moved within three points of the title in Oman while there was also action in Bahrain, Iraq, Jordan and Syria so join the-AFC.com in our weekly review of the domestic scene across West Asia.