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AFC Grassroots Day 2026 unites Asia’s football communities – Part 3

Wed, 22 Jul, 2026

AFC Grassroots Day 2026 unites Asia’s football communities – Part 3

Kuala Lumpur: The 13th Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Grassroots Day brought communities together across the Continent as 45 Member Associations (MAs) celebrated the beautiful game and engaged thousands of participants in a showcase of football's power to inspire, connect and include.

Held annually on May 23, this year's events once again coincided with FIFA's World Football Week, reinforcing the AFC's support for the United Nations' Football for the Goals initiative and its shared commitment to advancing the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through football.
 
Join us at the-AFC.com for the third and final part of a series (Part 1 can be found here and Part 2 is here) that highlights how MAs embraced the AFC Grassroots Day 2026 with creativity and enthusiasm.

#U17WAC - Stage set for China 2027 Qualifiers

Thu, 16 Jul, 2026

#U17WAC - Stage set for China 2027 Qualifiers

Kuala Lumpur: The AFC U17 Women’s Asian Cup™ China 2027 is all set for take off following the conclusion of the Qualifiers Draw at the AFC House in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on Thursday.

The 30 teams - two more than the previous record of 28 from the 2019 Qualifiers - were divided into eight groups - six of four and two of three - to contest a single round-robin centralised league from October 5 to 11.

Each group winner will advance to the Finals, joining the quartet of teams that have qualified directly as the top four finishers from the 2026 campaign: defending champions DPR Korea, runners-up Japan, and semi-finalists Australia and China PR.

West Asia Wrap: Al Nassr, Al Hilal set for final day drama

Sun, 17 May, 2026

West Asia Wrap: Al Nassr, Al Hilal set for final day drama

Doha: The race for the Saudi Pro League title will go down to the wire after Al Hilal SFC stayed within two points of Al Nassr Club on Saturday with just one matchday remaining.

Al Muharraq Club retained their Bahraini Premier League crown while there were also matches in the United Arab Emirates, Iraq and Oman. The-AFC.com takes a look at the past week's domestic action across West Asia.

#AFCU17 - Group C: Vietnam 3-2 UAE

Thu, 14 May, 2026

#AFCU17 - Group C: Vietnam 3-2 UAE

Jeddah: Vietnam came from behind to edge the United Arab Emirates 3-2 in a thrilling AFC U17 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026™ Group C tie on Wednesday to seal a spot in the quarter-finals.

The victory earned Vietnam top spot in Group C on six points, one better than Korea Republic, with both teams also securing their berths at the FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2026.

Vietnam will play Australia in the quarter-finals with Korea Republic to face defending champions Uzbekistan.

#AFCU17 - Preview - Group C: MD3

Mon, 11 May, 2026

#AFCU17 - Preview - Group C: MD3

Jeddah: The race for the top two spots remains up for grabs in the AFC U17 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026™ final Group C fixtures on Wednesday.

Korea Republic lead the standings with four points, with Vietnam and Yemen sit a point behind, while United Arab Emirates, who have a point, are still mathematically in contention.

#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.

#AFCU17 - Group C: UAE 2-3 Yemen

Mon, 11 May, 2026

#AFCU17 - Group C: UAE 2-3 Yemen

Jeddah: Yemen breathed life into their AFC U17 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026™ campaign with a stunning 3-2 win against the United Arab Emirates in their Group C tie on Sunday.

The win took Yemen to three points, with UAE two behind. Korea Republic lead the standings with four points after defeating Vietnam 4-1 in the earlier tie.

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#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.

#AFCU17 - Preview - Group C: MD2

Sat, 09 May, 2026

#AFCU17 - Preview - Group C: MD2

Jeddah: Vietnam and Korea Republic will look to consolidate their position in Group C when they meet in the AFC U17 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026™ on Sunday.

United Arab Emirates face Yemen in the group’s other fixture with both sides also aiming to stay in the hunt for the knockout stage.