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Oman ready to roar

Fri, 28 Jun, 2024

Oman ready to roar

Kuala Lumpur: Oman are optimistic about their AFC Asian Qualifiers™ - Road to 26 chances after being drawn in Group B with Korea Republic, Iraq, Jordan, Palestine, and Kuwait. 

Following their AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ heartbreak, the Reds bounced back to enjoy a comfortable outing in the concluding matches of Round 2 of the AFC Asian Qualifiers™. 

Asian hopefuls learn Road to 26 challengers

Thu, 27 Jun, 2024

Asian hopefuls learn Road to 26 challengers

Kuala Lumpur: The continent's path to the FIFA World Cup 2026 was finalised following the conclusion of the FIFA World Cup 26 Preliminary Draw – AFC Asian Qualifiers™ - Road To 26 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on Thursday.

The 18 teams were divided into three groups, with eight confirmed berths and a possible additional spot via a playoff available for Asia at the FIFA World Cup 2026 to be co-hosted by Canada, Mexico and the United States.

Kyrgyz Republic, Indonesia and Palestine are making their debuts at this stage of the AFC Asian Qualifiers.

Know your team: Oman

Sun, 23 Jun, 2024

Know your team: Oman

Kuala Lumpur: Oman will aim to continue from where they left off in their AFC Asian Qualifiers - Road to 26™ campaign as the West Asian side strive to secure a maiden FIFA World Cup berth.

Boosted by their top place finish in the second round, Oman head coach Jaroslav Silhavy will not shy away from making changes to his squad ahead of their third round campaign, with eight spots available for the FIFA World Cup 2026 to be co-hosted by Canada, Mexico and the United States.

#AFCU20 Qualifiers draw finalised

Thu, 13 Jun, 2024

#AFCU20 Qualifiers draw finalised

Kuala Lumpur: The draw for the AFC U20 Asian Cup™ 2025 Qualifiers concluded at the AFC House in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on Thursday.

The 45 teams were divided into 10 groups - five of four each and five of five each - with the Qualifiers to be played between September 21 and 29, 2024.

The 10 group winners and five best second-placed teams will advance to the Finals, with China PR scheduled to host the tournament.

#AFCU17 Qualifying groups decided

Thu, 13 Jun, 2024

#AFCU17 Qualifying groups decided

Kuala Lumpur: The draw for the AFC U17 Asian Cup™ 2025 Qualifiers was finalised at the AFC House in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on Thursday.

The 43 teams were divided into 10 groups - seven of four each and three of five - with the Qualifiers to be played between October 19 and 27, 2024.

The 10 group winners and five best second-placed teams will advance to the Finals, with Saudi Arabia scheduled to host the tournament.

Tarkovic dedicates qualification to Kyrgyz fans

Wed, 12 Jun, 2024

Tarkovic dedicates qualification to Kyrgyz fans

Muscat: Kyrgyz Republic achieved a historic first after they clinched a place in the third round of the FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers with head coach Stefan Tarkovic dedicating their qualification to the nation. 

The 1-1 draw with Oman in their final Preliminary Joint Qualification – Round 2 for the FIFA World Cup 2026 and AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ on Tuesday sealed the Central Asian side second spot in Group D, which also confirmed their entry to the AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027 Finals.

Group D: Oman rally to finish top

Wed, 12 Jun, 2024

Group D: Oman rally to finish top

Muscat: Kyrgyz Republic confirmed their place at the AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ and a berth in the final round of the Asian Qualifiers for the FIFA World Cup 2026 as a 1-1 draw in Muscat against table-toppers Oman on Tuesday ensured a second-place finish in Group D.

The result means Kyrgyz Republic finish a point ahead of Malaysia, who defeated Chinese Taipei earlier on Tuesday to retain a mathematical chance of climbing above Stefan Tarkovic’s side and into the runners-up slot.

Eldiyar Zarypbekov gave the visitors the lead in the 19th minute but Abdul Aziz Khalfan levelled 12 minutes into the second half to ensure the points were shared with Oman winning the group.

Preview - Group D: Malaysia v Chinese Taipei; Oman v Kyrgyz Republic

Mon, 10 Jun, 2024

Preview - Group D: Malaysia v Chinese Taipei; Oman v Kyrgyz Republic

Muscat: Kyrgyz Republic are looking to cap an impressive Preliminary Joint Qualification – Round 2 for the FIFA World Cup 2026 and AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ campaign by clinching a place in the next stage with a positive result against Oman on Tuesday.

Malaysia, meanwhile, will have to defeat Chinese Taipei by a sizable margin and hope Oman beat Kyrgyz Republic to advance.  

Perfect tactics secured victory, says Oman’s Mushaifri

Fri, 07 Jun, 2024

Perfect tactics secured victory, says Oman’s Mushaifri

Taipei: Hat-trick hero Abdul Rahman Al Mushaifri credited head coach Jaroslav Silhavy’s well laid plans for Oman’s win over Chinese Taipei in Group D of the Preliminary Joint Qualification – Round 2 for the FIFA World Cup 2026 and AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ on Thursday. 

The 3-0 win secured Oman their spot in the third round of the FIFA World Cup qualifiers for the second edition in a row and also confirmed their ticket to the AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027.

Mushaifri was the star of the show, netting in the 31st, 55th and 75th minutes as Oman moved to 12 points, with Kyrgyz Republic their opponents in a top-of-the-table clash on Tuesday.

Group D: Chinese Taipei 0-3 Oman

Mon, 10 Jun, 2024

Group D: Chinese Taipei 0-3 Oman

Taipei: A composed Oman blanked Chinese Taipei 3-0 in Group D of the Preliminary Joint Qualification – Round 2 for the FIFA World Cup 2026 and AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ at the Taipei Municipal Stadium on Thursday.

A brace from Rahman Al Mushaifri and a strike from Jameel Al Yahmadi took Oman to 12 points from five matches, brightening their chances of advancing to the third round of the FIFA World Cup qualifiers for the second successive edition.

Preview - Group D: Chinese Taipei v Oman; Kyrgyz Republic v Malaysia

Wed, 05 Jun, 2024

Preview - Group D: Chinese Taipei v Oman; Kyrgyz Republic v Malaysia

Kuala Lumpur: Oman and Kyrgyz Republic will be aiming to confirm their positions as the top two in Group D of the Preliminary Joint Qualification – Round 2 for the FIFA World Cup 2026 and AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ when they take to the field against Chinese Taipei and Malaysia respectively on Thursday.

Both are on nine points and victories on Matchday Five will take them to the next stage of FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifying as well as booking their place in Saudi Arabia 2027.

West Asia Wrap: Khalidiya retain Bahrain crown in style

Mon, 20 May, 2024

West Asia Wrap: Khalidiya retain Bahrain crown in style

Doha: Khalidiya cruised 7-0 past Al Hala to confirm the Bahraini Premier League title with a match to spare.

In Saudi Arabia, Al Hilal SFC needed a late equaliser to maintain their unbeaten run while Al Wasl suffered a shock defeat in the UAE Pro League.

There were also matches in Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait and Oman so join the-AFC.com in our weekly recap of domestic action across West Asia.