Challengers determined for Asia's hopefuls

Fri, 30 May, 2025

Challengers determined for Asia's hopefuls

Santiago: Asia's four representatives discovered their FIFA U-20 World Cup Chile 2025 opponents following the official draw in Santiago on Thursday.

The 24 teams were divided into six groups, with the tournament to be contested on September 27-October 19, 2025.

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Saudi Arabia 2026 Qualifiers groups finalised

Thu, 29 May, 2025

Saudi Arabia 2026 Qualifiers groups finalised

Kuala Lumpur: The teams aspiring to vie for the title discovered their AFC U23 Asian Cup™ Saudi Arabia 2026 Qualifiers opponents following the official draw at the AFC House in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on Thursday.

The 44 sides were drawn into 11 groups for the Qualifiers, which will be contested on September 1-9, 2025.

The 11 group winners and four best best-ranked runners-up will join Saudi Arabia, who are hosting the tournament for the first time, in January's Finals.

Galtier leaves Al Duhail

Thu, 29 May, 2025

Galtier leaves Al Duhail

Doha: Christophe Galtier has stepped down as Al Duhail SC head coach, the club announced on Wednesday.

The Frenchman guided Al Duhail to a second-place finish in the Qatar Stars League behind Al Sadd SC, who also defeated them in the Qatar Cup final.

Indonesia fight back to share spoils; Bhutan settle for stalemate

Thu, 29 May, 2025

Indonesia fight back to share spoils; Bhutan settle for stalemate

Amman: Indonesia came from behind to hold Jordan to a 1-1 stalemate in an international women’s friendly at the King Abdullah Stadium on Wednesday.

In Thimphu, Bhutan and Hong Kong, China settled for a goalless stalemate while Kyrgyz Republic fell to their second consecutive defeat against Kazakhstan in Almaty ahead of the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026 Qualifiers which kick off late June. 

Vote for the best goal from the AFC Champions League Elite™ Finals

Wed, 28 May, 2025

Vote for the best goal from the AFC Champions League Elite™ Finals

Kuala Lumpur: The AFC Champions League Elite™ Finals 2025 came to a thrilling conclusion as Saudi Arabia’s Al Ahli Saudi FC emerged as the inaugural winners of the revamped competition by defeating Kawasaki Frontale of Japan in the final in Jeddah.  

A total of 31 goals were scored from seven matches played during the Finals of Asia’s premier club competition but it’s now time for you, the fans, to pick the best among these 10 goals – presented by VISA – by casting your votes. 

Lee to lead Korea Republic’s rising stars

Wed, 28 May, 2025

Lee to lead Korea Republic’s rising stars

Kuala Lumpur: Former defender Lee Min-sung has been appointed head coach of the Korea Republic U22 squad, the Korea Football Association (KFA) announced on Tuesday.

Lee will take charge with a key short-term objective of preparing the squad for the AFC U23 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026 in January, with the official draw for the Qualifiers set to take place in Kuala Lumpur on Thursday.

Australia finish top in latest AFC Women’s Club Competition 2024/25 Rankings

Mon, 26 May, 2025

Australia finish top in latest AFC Women’s Club Competition 2024/25 Rankings

Kuala Lumpur: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has confirmed the latest AFC Women’s Club Competition 2024/25 Rankings, with Australia clinching the top spot.

Having amassed 97.662 points, Australia climbed to pole position ahead of second-placed Korea Republic, with Japan securing the third spot.

#AWCL - Facts & Figures

Sun, 25 May, 2025

#AWCL - Facts & Figures

Wuhan: The AFC Women's Champions League™ 2024/25 came to an exciting end with Wuhan Jiangda Women’s FC of China PR emerging winners on Saturday.

It was a competition filled with thrills and spills and as we eagerly await the next edition, the-AFC.com takes a look at some of the interesting facts and figures from the inaugural season.