Hong backs Son to lead Korea Republic challenge

Seoul: Korea Republic head coach Hong Myung-bo has backed Son Heung-min to get back to goalscoring ways at his fourth FIFA World Cup after on Saturday naming the striker in his squad for the tournament.

Injured Mitoma misses out as Moriyasu names Japan squad

Tokyo: An emotional Hajime Moriyasu said Japan had lost "a major presence" in Kaoru Mitoma after he was forced to leave the injured winger out of his FIFA World Cup 2026 squad on Friday.

#U17WAC - Preview - Final: DPR Korea v Japan

Suzhou: Expect fireworks when DPR Korea meet Japan in the AFC U17 Women’s Asian Cup China 2026™ final at Suzhou Sports Centre Stadium on Sunday.

DPR Korea, not personal accolades, is what matters for Yu

Suzhou: Irrespective of what happens in Sunday’s AFC U17 Women’s Asian Cup China 2026™ final, there is no doubt that DPR Korea’s Yu Jong Hyang has left a lasting impression on the tournament. 

Ito confident success awaits Japan

Suzhou: Preparation is key for Anri Ito as she builds towards the biggest game of her budding career when Japan take on DPR Korea in the AFC U17 Women’s Asian Cup China 2026™ final on Sunday.

Continent’s finest learn Poland 2026 challengers

Warsaw: The draw for the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup Poland 2026 has set the stage for an intriguing tournament with Asia’s four representatives discovering their group stage opponents on Friday.