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Donis takes charge of Saudi Arabia

Fri, 24 Apr, 2026

Donis takes charge of Saudi Arabia

Jeddah: Georgios Donis has been appointed as the new head coach of Saudi Arabia, the Saudi Arabian Football Federation (SAFF) has announced.

The Greek takes over from Frenchman Herve Renard, with Saudi Arabia to open their FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign against Uruguay on June 15.

Next generation ready to shine at #U17WAC China 2026

Wed, 08 Apr, 2026

Next generation ready to shine at #U17WAC China 2026

Kuala Lumpur: Asia’s latest crop of rising stars will convene next month to showcase their abilities at the AFC U17 Women’s Asian Cup China 2026™, which gets underway on May 1 (Friday).

The 10th edition of the tournament features an expanded roster of 12 teams—four more than each of the preceding four editions—and will be staged in the elegant city of Suzhou, as China PR plays host for a fourth time after 2011, 2013 and 2015.

#U20WAC - Vote for your best goal of the Knockout Stage

Wed, 22 Apr, 2026

#U20WAC - Vote for your best goal of the Knockout Stage

Pathum Thani: The knockout stage of the AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ delivered drama, flair and breathtaking moments as the continent’s rising stars battled for glory.

Fans were treated to spectacular finishes, incisive team goals and last-minute deciders that defined the tournament.

The-AFC.com invites you - the fans - to vote for the goal which you think was the best in the knockout stage.

https://www.the-afc.com/en/national/afc_u20_womens_asian_cup.html/video/u20wac-knockout-stage-goals

Japan surge into top five

Tue, 21 Apr, 2026

Japan surge into top five

Kuala Lumpur: Riding on the success of winning the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™, Japan rose three spots to fifth in the latest FIFA Women’s World Rankings published on Thursday.

The Nadeshiko also secured one win in their three-match friendly series against current World No 2 United States in April.

AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027 Match Schedule

#U20WAC: Facts & Figures

Mon, 20 Apr, 2026

#U20WAC: Facts & Figures

Pathum Thani: The AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ came to a thrilling conclusion on Saturday with Japan crowned champions after edging DPR Korea 1-0 in a gripping final at Thammasat Stadium.

As the dust settles on another memorable edition, the-AFC.com looks back at the facts and figures that defined the AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup Thailand 2026™.

https://www.the-afc.com/en/national/afc_u20_womens_asian_cup.html/video/u20wac-|-japan-lift-the-u20-wac-trophy-🇯🇵🏆-1

Proud Ijiri to push Japan even harder

Sat, 18 Apr, 2026

Proud Ijiri to push Japan even harder

Pathum Thani: Head coach Akira Ijiri thanked his players for producing maximum effort in Japan’s AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ title win on Saturday.

The Young Nadeshiko withstood an all-out display from DPR Korea to emerge 1-0 winners and take home the trophy for a record-extending seventh time, and Ijiri was elated his side had soaked up everything the defending champions had thrown their way.

Han vows sharper DPR Korea at global challenge

Sat, 18 Apr, 2026

Han vows sharper DPR Korea at global challenge

Pathum Thani: DPR Korea head coach Han Chol Hak cut a disappointed figure after seeing his side edged 1-0 by Japan in the AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ final on Saturday.

Despite enjoying 61 percent of possession, DPR Korea were unable to break down Japan’s resolute defence despite 17 shots - five of which were on target - as they fell short in their bid to retain the title.

https://www.the-afc.com/en/national/afc_u20_womens_asian_cup.html/video/u20wac-|-final-japan-1-0-dpr-korea

Japan’s Fukushima receives Most Valuable Player honour

Sat, 18 Apr, 2026

Japan’s Fukushima receives Most Valuable Player honour

Pathum Thani: Noa Fukushima won the AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ Most Valuable Player award as the Japan midfielder finished the tournament with five goals and three assists.

The JFA Academy Fukushima midfielder was an attacking threat throughout the campaign, playing a pivotal role in the now seven-time champions’ run to the final with goals across the group stage and knockout rounds.

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Donis takes charge of Saudi Arabia

Fri, 24 Apr, 2026

Donis takes charge of Saudi Arabia

Jeddah: Georgios Donis has been appointed as the new head coach of Saudi Arabia, the Saudi Arabian Football Federation (SAFF) has announced.

The Greek takes over from Frenchman Herve Renard, with Saudi Arabia to open their FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign against Uruguay on June 15.

Next generation ready to shine at #U17WAC China 2026

Wed, 08 Apr, 2026

Next generation ready to shine at #U17WAC China 2026

Kuala Lumpur: Asia’s latest crop of rising stars will convene next month to showcase their abilities at the AFC U17 Women’s Asian Cup China 2026™, which gets underway on May 1 (Friday).

The 10th edition of the tournament features an expanded roster of 12 teams—four more than each of the preceding four editions—and will be staged in the elegant city of Suzhou, as China PR plays host for a fourth time after 2011, 2013 and 2015.

#U20WAC - Vote for your best goal of the Knockout Stage

Wed, 22 Apr, 2026

#U20WAC - Vote for your best goal of the Knockout Stage

Pathum Thani: The knockout stage of the AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ delivered drama, flair and breathtaking moments as the continent’s rising stars battled for glory.

Fans were treated to spectacular finishes, incisive team goals and last-minute deciders that defined the tournament.

The-AFC.com invites you - the fans - to vote for the goal which you think was the best in the knockout stage.

https://www.the-afc.com/en/national/afc_u20_womens_asian_cup.html/video/u20wac-knockout-stage-goals

AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027 Match Schedule

#U20WAC: Facts & Figures

Mon, 20 Apr, 2026

#U20WAC: Facts & Figures

Pathum Thani: The AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ came to a thrilling conclusion on Saturday with Japan crowned champions after edging DPR Korea 1-0 in a gripping final at Thammasat Stadium.

As the dust settles on another memorable edition, the-AFC.com looks back at the facts and figures that defined the AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup Thailand 2026™.

https://www.the-afc.com/en/national/afc_u20_womens_asian_cup.html/video/u20wac-|-japan-lift-the-u20-wac-trophy-🇯🇵🏆-1

Proud Ijiri to push Japan even harder

Sat, 18 Apr, 2026

Proud Ijiri to push Japan even harder

Pathum Thani: Head coach Akira Ijiri thanked his players for producing maximum effort in Japan’s AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ title win on Saturday.

The Young Nadeshiko withstood an all-out display from DPR Korea to emerge 1-0 winners and take home the trophy for a record-extending seventh time, and Ijiri was elated his side had soaked up everything the defending champions had thrown their way.

Han vows sharper DPR Korea at global challenge

Sat, 18 Apr, 2026

Han vows sharper DPR Korea at global challenge

Pathum Thani: DPR Korea head coach Han Chol Hak cut a disappointed figure after seeing his side edged 1-0 by Japan in the AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ final on Saturday.

Despite enjoying 61 percent of possession, DPR Korea were unable to break down Japan’s resolute defence despite 17 shots - five of which were on target - as they fell short in their bid to retain the title.

https://www.the-afc.com/en/national/afc_u20_womens_asian_cup.html/video/u20wac-|-final-japan-1-0-dpr-korea

Japan’s Fukushima receives Most Valuable Player honour

Sat, 18 Apr, 2026

Japan’s Fukushima receives Most Valuable Player honour

Pathum Thani: Noa Fukushima won the AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ Most Valuable Player award as the Japan midfielder finished the tournament with five goals and three assists.

The JFA Academy Fukushima midfielder was an attacking threat throughout the campaign, playing a pivotal role in the now seven-time champions’ run to the final with goals across the group stage and knockout rounds.

DPR Korea’s Ok I emerges Top Scorer

Sat, 18 Apr, 2026

DPR Korea’s Ok I emerges Top Scorer

Pathum Thani: Pak Ok I won the AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ Top Scorer award after the DPR Korea midfielder closed the continental showpiece with seven goals on Saturday.

Ok I found the back of the net in all three group stage ties and in the quarter-finals before DPR Korea’s 1-0 defeat to Japan in the final. 

Videos

Donis takes charge of Saudi Arabia

Fri, 24 Apr, 2026

Donis takes charge of Saudi Arabia

Jeddah: Georgios Donis has been appointed as the new head coach of Saudi Arabia, the Saudi Arabian Football Federation (SAFF) has announced.

The Greek takes over from Frenchman Herve Renard, with Saudi Arabia to open their FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign against Uruguay on June 15.

Next generation ready to shine at #U17WAC China 2026

Wed, 08 Apr, 2026

Next generation ready to shine at #U17WAC China 2026

Kuala Lumpur: Asia’s latest crop of rising stars will convene next month to showcase their abilities at the AFC U17 Women’s Asian Cup China 2026™, which gets underway on May 1 (Friday).

The 10th edition of the tournament features an expanded roster of 12 teams—four more than each of the preceding four editions—and will be staged in the elegant city of Suzhou, as China PR plays host for a fourth time after 2011, 2013 and 2015.

#U20WAC - Vote for your best goal of the Knockout Stage

Wed, 22 Apr, 2026

#U20WAC - Vote for your best goal of the Knockout Stage

Pathum Thani: The knockout stage of the AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ delivered drama, flair and breathtaking moments as the continent’s rising stars battled for glory.

Fans were treated to spectacular finishes, incisive team goals and last-minute deciders that defined the tournament.

The-AFC.com invites you - the fans - to vote for the goal which you think was the best in the knockout stage.

https://www.the-afc.com/en/national/afc_u20_womens_asian_cup.html/video/u20wac-knockout-stage-goals

AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027 Match Schedule

#U20WAC: Facts & Figures

Mon, 20 Apr, 2026

#U20WAC: Facts & Figures

Pathum Thani: The AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ came to a thrilling conclusion on Saturday with Japan crowned champions after edging DPR Korea 1-0 in a gripping final at Thammasat Stadium.

As the dust settles on another memorable edition, the-AFC.com looks back at the facts and figures that defined the AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup Thailand 2026™.

https://www.the-afc.com/en/national/afc_u20_womens_asian_cup.html/video/u20wac-|-japan-lift-the-u20-wac-trophy-🇯🇵🏆-1

Proud Ijiri to push Japan even harder

Sat, 18 Apr, 2026

Proud Ijiri to push Japan even harder

Pathum Thani: Head coach Akira Ijiri thanked his players for producing maximum effort in Japan’s AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ title win on Saturday.

The Young Nadeshiko withstood an all-out display from DPR Korea to emerge 1-0 winners and take home the trophy for a record-extending seventh time, and Ijiri was elated his side had soaked up everything the defending champions had thrown their way.

Han vows sharper DPR Korea at global challenge

Sat, 18 Apr, 2026

Han vows sharper DPR Korea at global challenge

Pathum Thani: DPR Korea head coach Han Chol Hak cut a disappointed figure after seeing his side edged 1-0 by Japan in the AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ final on Saturday.

Despite enjoying 61 percent of possession, DPR Korea were unable to break down Japan’s resolute defence despite 17 shots - five of which were on target - as they fell short in their bid to retain the title.

https://www.the-afc.com/en/national/afc_u20_womens_asian_cup.html/video/u20wac-|-final-japan-1-0-dpr-korea

Japan’s Fukushima receives Most Valuable Player honour

Sat, 18 Apr, 2026

Japan’s Fukushima receives Most Valuable Player honour

Pathum Thani: Noa Fukushima won the AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ Most Valuable Player award as the Japan midfielder finished the tournament with five goals and three assists.

The JFA Academy Fukushima midfielder was an attacking threat throughout the campaign, playing a pivotal role in the now seven-time champions’ run to the final with goals across the group stage and knockout rounds.

DPR Korea’s Ok I emerges Top Scorer

Sat, 18 Apr, 2026

DPR Korea’s Ok I emerges Top Scorer

Pathum Thani: Pak Ok I won the AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ Top Scorer award after the DPR Korea midfielder closed the continental showpiece with seven goals on Saturday.

Ok I found the back of the net in all three group stage ties and in the quarter-finals before DPR Korea’s 1-0 defeat to Japan in the final.