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Transfer Wrap: Big names on the move (West)

Thu, 02 Feb, 2023

Transfer Wrap: Big names on the move (West)

Dubai: The end of January concluded one of the most exciting winter transfer windows in recent times across the world, and Asian football was no exception.

Whether it was replacing injured players, plugging defensive gaps, or boosting their squads ahead of a title charge or a relegation battle, clubs in West Asia were busy throughout the month. The-AFC.com looks at some of the key moves across the region this winter.

West Asia Wrap: Al Duhail take charge in Qatar; exciting race continues in UAE

Mon, 30 Jan, 2023

West Asia Wrap: Al Duhail take charge in Qatar; exciting race continues in UAE

Doha: Al Duhail SC are the new leaders in the Qatar Stars League following Al Arabi's defeat to Al Saad SC last week.

Leaders Shabab Al Ahli Dubai and Sharjah played to a goalless stalemate in a top-of-the-table clash in the UAE Pro League. 
 
There was also action in Bahrain, Iraq, Lebanon, Oman, Palestine and Syria so join the-AFC.com as we review the latest round of domestic action across West Asia. 

UAE Pro League: Mid-season review

Thu, 26 Jan, 2023

UAE Pro League: Mid-season review

Dubai: A thrilling UAE Pro League season reaches the halfway point having been paused for nearly two months due to the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 and the 25th Gulf Cup.

As the second half of the campaign gets underway, the-AFC.com looks back at the twists and tales that made up for one of the most exciting seasons of the top division of UAE football. 

West Asia Wrap: Al Nassr give Ronaldo triumphant debut

Mon, 23 Jan, 2023

West Asia Wrap: Al Nassr give Ronaldo triumphant debut

Doha: Cristiano Ronaldo was not on the scoresheet but that didn't stop Al Nassr from registering a 1-0 win over Ettifaq as they stayed top in Saudi Arabia. 

Sharjah, meanwhile, were held as the UAE Pro League resumed after a month.
 
There was also action in Bahrain, Lebanon, Palestine and Syria so join the-AFC.com as we dive into the latest round of domestic action across West Asia. 

One Month to #ACL2022 (West) Round of 16 - How Are They Shaping Up

Thu, 19 Jan, 2023

One Month to #ACL2022 (West) Round of 16 - How Are They Shaping Up

Dubai: The long wait is nearly over with exactly one month left until the start of the AFC Champions League™ 2022 Round of 16 (West) where eight teams will battle out for the right to play Japan’s Urawa Red Diamonds in the final.

Despite playing in the second tier domestically, Al Faisaly join fellow Saudi clubs Al Hilal SFC and Al Shabab as well as Qatari duo Al Duhail and Al Rayyan, UAE’s Shabab Al Ahli, Islamic Republic of Iran’s Foolad Khouzestan and 2021 AFC Cup™ runners-up FC Nasaf of Uzbekistan.
 
Join the-AFC.com as we take a look at how the teams are shaping up for the Round of 16 scheduled for February 19-20 in Doha, Qatar.

Draw sets up exciting Thailand 2023 group stage

Thu, 19 Jan, 2023

Draw sets up exciting Thailand 2023 group stage

Kuala Lumpur: The AFC Beach Soccer Asian Cup™ Thailand 2023 group stage is set to be a thrilling affair following the draw at the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) House in Kuala Lumpur on Thursday.

The action promises to be spectacular as besides regional glory, the top three teams will qualify for the FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup UAE 2023.

Bahrain, Qatar book last four berths

Sat, 14 Jan, 2023

Bahrain, Qatar book last four berths

Basra: Bahrain and Qatar advanced to the 2023 Gulf Cup semi-finals after playing to 1-1 draws against Kuwait and United Arab Emirates respectively on Friday.

Defending champions Bahrain ended their Group B campaign on seven points while Qatar advanced ahead of Kuwait on goal difference thanks to Tameem Al Abdullah's late equaliser against UAE.
 
Bahrain will play Oman on Monday while Qatar will take on hosts Iraq in the other last four tie. 

Bahrain close in, Kuwait stay in semi-final race

Wed, 11 Jan, 2023

Bahrain close in, Kuwait stay in semi-final race

Basra: Defending champions Bahrain moved within touching distance of the 2023 Gulf Cup semi-finals after a 2-1 win over Qatar in Group B on Tuesday.

Kuwait also stayed in the hunt for a last four spot after a 1-0 defeat of United Arab Emirates. 

Preview - 25th Gulf Cup

Tue, 03 Jan, 2023

Preview - 25th Gulf Cup

Basra: Eight west Asian nations get their 2023 underway by competing at the 25th Gulf Cup, taking place in Iraq for the first time since 1979, with the hosts facing Oman in the opening match on Friday.

The pair are joined by Saudi Arabia and Yemen in Group A, while Group B sees reigning Gulf Cup champions Bahrain compete alongside Asian champions Qatar, record Gulf Cup winners Kuwait and the UAE, with the top two sides from each group advancing to the semi-finals.

11 players to watch in 2023

Sun, 01 Jan, 2023

11 players to watch in 2023

Kuala Lumpur: A new year means a lot of exciting football to look forward to for Asian football aficionados, and with it comes the promise of new names to emerge as the next generation of stars capturing the imagination of fans across the continent.

As we welcome 2023, the-AFC.com profiles 11 Asian players who are set for a big year as they look to stamp their mark on the game and continue their progress into key players for their respective clubs and national teams.

West Asia Wrap: Sharjah ahead in UAE; Muharraq maintain tight grip in Bahrain

Mon, 26 Dec, 2022

West Asia Wrap: Sharjah ahead in UAE; Muharraq maintain tight grip in Bahrain

Doha: Sharjah moved to the top of the UAE Pro League while Muharraq stayed ahead in Bahrain. 

Leaders Al Nassr, meanwhile, can expect a stiff test when they play defending champions Al Hilal SFC in the Saudi Pro League on Monday.
 
Join the-AFC.com as we review the past week's domestic action in West Asia. 

West Asia Wrap: Muharraq stay in front; winning start for Shabab Al Ahli

Tue, 20 Dec, 2022

West Asia Wrap: Muharraq stay in front; winning start for Shabab Al Ahli

Doha: Muharraq Club continue to set the pace in the Bahraini Premier League while the jostle for top spot continues in the Iraqi Premier League. 

The past week also saw the resumption of several domestic leagues, including the Kuwait Premier League, Saudi Pro League and the UAE Pro League. The Qatar Stars League and the UAE Pro League will restart this week following the conclusion of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022. 

Join the-AFC.com as we dive into the past week’s action across West Asia.