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Teams learn Thailand 2025 challengers

Thu, 19 Dec, 2024

Teams learn Thailand 2025 challengers

Kuala Lumpur: The stage is set for the AFC Beach Soccer Asian Cup™ Thailand 2025 following the draw at the AFC House in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on Thursday.

The 16 teams were divided into four groups with the tournament to be played at the Jomtien Beach in Pattaya from March 20 to 30, 2025.

Group B: Vietnam strike late to hold Philippines; Myanmar edge Laos to keep hopes alive

Wed, 18 Dec, 2024

Group B: Vietnam strike late to hold Philippines; Myanmar edge Laos to keep hopes alive

Manila: Doan Ngoc Tan scored in the seventh minute of time added on as Vietnam salvaged a 1-1 draw in their 2024 ASEAN Championship Group B tie against the Philippines at the Rizal Memorial Stadium on Wednesday. 

The result took Vietnam - on seven points - within touching distance of the semi-finals as they only need to avoid defeat against Myanmar - who defeated Laos 3-2 - on Saturday to confirm their berth.

Philippines - on three points - still have a chance but they have to beat Indonesia and hope Myanmar lose to Vietnam.

Group B: Vietnam beat Indonesia to take control; Laos, Philippines share points

Tue, 17 Dec, 2024

Group B: Vietnam beat Indonesia to take control; Laos, Philippines share points

Viet Tri: Vietnam edged Indonesia 1-0 on Sunday to take a firm grip on Group B of the ASEAN Championship 2024.

Laos and Philippines settled for a 1-1 draw in the other match played on Sunday.

#ACLTwo Knockout Stage Draw finalised

Thu, 12 Dec, 2024

#ACLTwo Knockout Stage Draw finalised

Kuala Lumpur: The 16 remaining teams discovered the road to glory following the conclusion of the AFC Champions League Two™ 2024/25 knockout stage draw at the AFC House in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on Thursday.

The action promises to be spectacular, with the draw throwing up some fascinating ties.

Saudi Arabia 2027 Qualifiers - Know Your Teams: Groups D-F

Mon, 09 Dec, 2024

Saudi Arabia 2027 Qualifiers - Know Your Teams: Groups D-F

Kuala Lumpur: The draw for the final round of the AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ Qualifiers was held at the AFC House in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on Monday.

As the teams start preparing for what promises to be a thrilling campaign, the-AFC.com takes a look at the cast in Group D, E and F, with only the group winners to advance to the Finals. 

Group B: Vietnam cruise, Indonesia made to work hard

Tue, 17 Dec, 2024

Group B: Vietnam cruise, Indonesia made to work hard

Vientiane: Vietnam turned on the power in the second half to defeat Laos 4-1 in their ASEAN Championship 2024 Group B opener on Monday.

Indonesia, meanwhile, needed an own goal to beat Myanmar.

Groups decided for Saudi Arabia 2027 Qualifiers Final Round

Mon, 09 Dec, 2024

Groups decided for Saudi Arabia 2027 Qualifiers Final Round

Kuala Lumpur:  It is all systems go for the third and final round of the AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ Qualifiers following the official draw at the AFC House in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on Monday.

The 24 teams were divided into six groups with only the group winners to advance to the Finals.

Jradi happy Bangkok United back on winning trail

Thu, 05 Dec, 2024

Jradi happy Bangkok United back on winning trail

Pathum Thani: Bassel Jradi expressed pride after Bangkok United fought back from a goal down to edge Vietnam’s Nam Dinh FC 3-2 to secure top spot in Group G in the AFC Champions League Two™ 2024/25 on Wednesday. 

It was Jradi’s dazzling run inside the six-yard-box that drew the foul to bring Bangkok on level terms going into the break before the Lebanese midfielder struck the third late in the game to seal the win.

Group G - MD6: Bangkok United (THA) 3-2 Nam Dinh FC (VIE)

Thu, 05 Dec, 2024

Group G - MD6: Bangkok United (THA) 3-2 Nam Dinh FC (VIE)

Pathum Thani: Bangkok United clinched top spot in Group G after defeating Nam Dinh FC 3-2 in their AFC Champions League Two™ 2024/25 at the Thammasat Stadium on Wednesday.

The Thai side finished on 13 points with Vietnam’s Nam Dinh two adrift in second place. 

Group G - MD5: Nam Dinh FC (VIE) 3-0 Lee Man (HKG)

Thu, 28 Nov, 2024

Group G - MD5: Nam Dinh FC (VIE) 3-0 Lee Man (HKG)

Nam Dinh: Vietnam’s Nam Dinh booked their spot in the AFC Champions League Two™ 2024/25 knockout stage after cruising 3-0 past Lee Man of Hong Kong in their Group G tie at the Thien Truong Stadium on Wednesday.

First half goals from Lucas Silva, To Van V and Rafaelson put the match beyond Lee Man’s reach as Nam Dinh moved to 11 points to confirm their spot with a match to spare.

They meet Bangkok United next week to decide the group winners, with the Thai side also having booked their ticket to the next round.

ASEAN Wrap: Persib on a roll; Buriram close in on Bangkok

Mon, 25 Nov, 2024

ASEAN Wrap: Persib on a roll; Buriram close in on Bangkok

Kuala Lumpur: It doesn’t look like Persib Bandung will let go of their Liga 1 title without a fight as they won a potential six-pointer against Borneo FC.

Likewise in Thai League 1, reigning champions Buriram United are moving closer to the top after a routine win with Bangkok United floundering against Muangthong United.

It was a busy week across ASEAN, so join the-AFC.com as we recap the past week’s domestic action.

ASEAN Wrap: Thanh Hoa power on; Melbourne sides to the fore

Mon, 11 Nov, 2024

ASEAN Wrap: Thanh Hoa power on; Melbourne sides to the fore

Kuala Lumpur: Thanh Hoa FC continued their bid to win a first V League 1 title with yet another resilient performance to keep their place at the top of the pile.

In Australia, Melbourne Victory and Melbourne City showcased their title ambitions with impressive wins. Join the-AFC.com as we delve into the domestic action across ASEAN this past week.