Referee Assessment innovations set to be introduced at #AsianCup2023

Wed, 10 Jan, 2024

Referee Assessment innovations set to be introduced at #AsianCup2023

Kuala Lumpur: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC)’s resolve to strengthen its position as a model Confederation in developing world-class match officials was further underlined today with the launch of the Refereeing Online Platform, in conjunction with the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™.

The latest milestone initiative equips Referee Assessors with a diverse array of tools, paving the way for a holistic enhancement of officiating standards in Asian football, whilst serving as a centralised platform for assessors to complete and submit their Referee Assessment Reports to ensure the highest professional standards. 

OCAC Chairperson praises readiness of #AsianCup2023 venues

Wed, 10 Jan, 2024

OCAC Chairperson praises readiness of #AsianCup2023 venues

Doha: The Organising Committee of AFC Asian Cup (OCAC) Chairperson Mariano V. Araneta Jr. has today hailed the readiness of the world-class venues ahead of the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ opener between defending champions Qatar and Lebanon at the Lusail Stadium on Friday. 

Speaking at an onsite inspection visit at the spectacular 88,000-capacity Lusail Stadium, which will also set the stage for the Final on 10 February, OCAC Chairperson Mariano V. Araneta Jr. said: “Few venues in world football are as iconic as the Lusail Stadium and I am confident that the players, teams and fans will witness an exceptional celebration that will set the tone for the entire duration of the competition.

Shin promises a sharper Indonesia

Wed, 10 Jan, 2024

Shin promises a sharper Indonesia

Doha: Head coach Shin Tae-yong believes there is room for improvement ahead of Indonesia kicking off their AFC Asian Cup™ 2023 challenge on Monday.

The Southeast Asian side lost 5-0 to Islamic Republic of Iran in their final friendly at the Al Rayyan Training Site in Doha on Tuesday with Shin expecting a more resolute performance against Iraq in their Group D match against Iraq on Monday.

Chhetri: India well prepared for Australia

Wed, 10 Jan, 2024

Chhetri: India well prepared for Australia

Doha: Australia will hold no surprises for India when the two sides face off in their opening AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ tie on Saturday.

The two met at the same stage in the 2011 edition with India suffering a 4-0 defeat but captain Sunil Chhetri is confident history will not repeat itself in their Group B clash at the Ahmad Bin Ali Stadium in Al Rayyan. 

Alireza Faghani to take charge of #AsianCup2023 opener

Wed, 10 Jan, 2024

Alireza Faghani to take charge of #AsianCup2023 opener

Doha: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) today confirmed the cast of match officials that will oversee the opening match of the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™, which will take place on Friday at the breathtaking Lusail Stadium.

Widely regarded as one of the most established Asian match officials, Alireza Faghani has been appointed to officiate the highly-anticipated Group A fixture between defending champions Qatar and Lebanon, which will kick off at 7pm in the 88,000-capacity venue and officially get the 18th edition of Asia’s crown jewel underway.

AFC Match Officials confirmed for FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup UAE 2024

Fri, 29 Dec, 2023

AFC Match Officials confirmed for FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup UAE 2024

Kuala Lumpur: Four of the Asian Football Confederation (AFC)’s match officials have been selected to officiate at the FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup UAE 2024, set to take place in Dubai from February 15 to 24, 2024. 

The 2024 edition of the FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup will see Kuwait’s Abdulaziz Abdullah making his debut at the competition, where he will be accompanied by fellow debutant Ibrahim Yousif Abdulla Ahmed Alraeesi (main image) who hails from the host nation of the United Arab Emirates (UAE). 

Match officials gear up for #AsianCup2023 with Referees Seminar

Fri, 20 Oct, 2023

Match officials gear up for #AsianCup2023 with Referees Seminar

Kuala Lumpur: In preparation for their assignments at Asia’s greatest men’s football spectacle, a refereeing seminar was held this week for match officials who will be involved at the upcoming AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™. 

The AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ Referees Seminar, which began on Monday and concluded today afternoon, was attended by the 35 referees who were appointed last month for the Continental showpiece that takes place from 12 January to 10 February 2024.