Asia’s daily football news brief

Thu, 28 Oct, 2021

Asia’s daily football news brief

Kuala Lumpur: Asian football never sleeps, and we’ve gathered the latest news from around the continent in one place.

In our Wednesday wrap; two Riyadh giants book a meeting in the Saudi King’s Cup Final, Bahrain and Bangladesh look forward to long-awaited international matches and Mitchell Duke targets further success at Al Taawoun.

Kamnueng: I want an Asian female to officiate in a FIFA World Cup

Thu, 28 Oct, 2021

Kamnueng: I want an Asian female to officiate in a FIFA World Cup

Kuala Lumpur: When Pannipar Kamnueng was appointed Thailand FA’s Director of Referees Department in 2016, she became the world's first female to hold such a position in a national association.

The appointment was a testament to her pedigree as a top-quality former international referee having officiated matches in a series of FIFA women's tournaments. Successful as she was, however, Kamnueng quickly became aware of the added layer of challenges she would face.

AFC Development Committee reinforces the unity and solidarity of MAs

Thu, 28 Oct, 2021

AFC Development Committee reinforces the unity and solidarity of MAs

Kuala Lumpur: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Development Committee today praised the Asian football family for demonstrating great unity during the COVID-19 pandemic and for standing together in solidarity amidst this period of uncertainty.

In a virtual meeting, chaired by Kanya Keomany, the AFC Development Committee unanimously agreed on the importance of ensuring that the AFC is in the best possible position to assist and protect its Member Associations in the long-term.

Cathy Freeman’s success still resonates with me, says Australia's Kyah Simon

Thu, 28 Oct, 2021

Cathy Freeman’s success still resonates with me, says Australia's Kyah Simon

Eindhoven: Twenty years ago last month saw what many claim was the greatest moment in Australian sport. Cathy Freeman united a nation by becoming the first indigenous Australian to claim an individual Olympic gold medal in winning the 400 metres at the Sydney Olympiad.

Not far away in western Sydney, nine-year-old Kyah Simon was watching with uncontainable pride and joy. The inspiration was immeasurable and, more importantly, proved timeless.

Korea Republic legend Lee Dong-gook brings curtains down on illustrious career

Thu, 28 Oct, 2021

Korea Republic legend Lee Dong-gook brings curtains down on illustrious career

Seoul: The AFC Champions League’s record goal scorer Lee Dong-gook has announced he will retire at the end of the current season, bringing the curtain down on a stellar 23-year career.

The Korea Republic and Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors legend released a statement on social media on Monday revealing he would hang up his boots at the conclusion of the campaign.

First Futsal course launched in Lebanon

Thu, 28 Oct, 2021

First Futsal course launched in Lebanon

Beirut: The Lebanese Football Association (LFA) showcased its commitment to develop futsal coaching in the country by staging the 1st Futsal Level 1 Coaching Certificate Course at the Al Kwathar High School, which was held over six sessions from October 16 to 25, 2020. 

The LFA General Secretary Jihad El Chohof, who was present during the launch, thanked the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) for their support during the COVID-19 pandemic and encouraged the participants to learn from the instructors during the course.

BFA recognised as full member of the AFC Elite Youth Scheme

Thu, 28 Oct, 2021

BFA recognised as full member of the AFC Elite Youth Scheme

Kuala Lumpur: The Bahrain Football Association (BFA) is the latest Member Association (MA) to be endorsed as a full member of the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Elite Youth Scheme for its structured competition system and comprehensive youth development strategy. 

BFA continues to underline its vision in youth development, which is to increase the pool of youth players in Bahrain and help them to become professional players capable of representing their national teams and playing abroad.