2021 AFC Champions League: The Stats Leaders

Thu, 16 Dec, 2021

2021 AFC Champions League: The Stats Leaders

Kuala Lumpur: After Al Hilal SFC’s victory over Pohang Steelers in the 2021 AFC Champions League final last month brought the 19th edition of the continental competition to its conclusion, the-AFC.com takes a closer look at the numbers and players that caught the eye during the campaign. 

There were numerous standout performers in what, with a total 40 clubs, was the biggest AFC Champions League in the tournament’s almost two-decade history. 

We break down the statistics to review some of the key categories and those who excelled in them. 

Vote for your Best 2021 AFC Champions League Team: Midfielders

Sun, 12 Dec, 2021

Vote for your Best 2021 AFC Champions League Team: Midfielders

Kuala Lumpur: The-AFC.com continues its mission to find out who fans of Asian football think should be selected into the best team from the 2021 AFC Champions League. 

The goalkeeper and four defenders in the All-Star XI have been decided, so now it’s time to turn the focus to the midfielders.

We’ve selected 10 of the standout performers from the continental competition, so review the candidates and vote for your favourite at the foot of the article. 

Vote for your Best Goal of the 2021 AFC Champions League: Semi-final 2

Fri, 10 Dec, 2021

Vote for your Best Goal of the 2021 AFC Champions League: Semi-final 2

Kuala Lumpur: The-AFC.com continues its quest to find out what you, the fans, consider the best goal from the 2021 AFC Champions League by bringing you another selection of stunners from the recently completed tournament.

With five goals from the first semi-final to make it through to next week's final, we have selected 10 more fabulous efforts for you to decide who will complete the line-up for the grand finale. 
 
Review the nominees and cast your vote at the bottom of the article. 

Azmoun, Tomiyasu, Carpenter and more: Vote for your AFC International Player of the Week!

Wed, 15 Dec, 2021

Azmoun, Tomiyasu, Carpenter and more: Vote for your AFC International Player of the Week!

Kuala Lumpur: The year may be drawing to a close, but Asia’s cohort of players abroad shows little sign of slowing down, delivering another week of excellent performances on the other side of the globe.

It was a seven-day period that produced standout displays in both the men’s and women’s UEFA Champions Leagues, plus brilliance in league action in England, France, Germany and more.

But who was Asia’s best performer outside the continent? Study our carefully selected list of nominees – based on performances from December 7 to 13 – and don’t forget to cast your vote.

Qatar's title bid ended by Algeria

Thu, 16 Dec, 2021

Qatar's title bid ended by Algeria

Doha: Qatar's hopes of lifting the FIFA Arab Cup 2021 were dashed after a 2-1 defeat to Algeria in the semi-finals on Wednesday.

It was a heartbreaking loss for Felix Sanchez's side after they had fought back from 1-0 down with Algeria scoring their winner in the 17th minute of second half stoppage time at Al Thumama Stadium.

Algeria will play Tunisia in Saturday's final with Qatar taking on Egypt in the third-place playoff.

Indonesia, Vietnam draw sets stage for exciting Group B finale, Cambodia bag first victory

Wed, 15 Dec, 2021

Indonesia, Vietnam draw sets stage for exciting Group B finale, Cambodia bag first victory

Singapore: Indonesia and Vietnam settled for a goalless draw on Matchday Four of the AFF Cup, while Cambodia beat Laos to secure their first win in Group B on Wednesday. 

The draw means an exciting final matchday with Indonesia - leading the standings ahead of Vietnam on goal difference - needing to avoid defeat against Malaysia on Sunday to advance. 

Vietnam will also go through should the Indonesia-Malaysia tie finish without a winner, with the defending champions to play Cambodia, who defeated Laos 3-0 on Wednesday thanks to a first half brace from Chan Vathanaka and Sieng Changthea’s second half strike.