AFC announces new media rights deal in China PR

Fri, 18 Nov, 2022

AFC announces new media rights deal in China PR

Kuala Lumpur: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) announced today that it has entered into a commercial rights agreement with Beijing Shinai Sports Media Technology Co. Ltd (“Shinai”) in respect of certain media and sponsorship rights in China PR.

The AFC recently terminated a similar commercial arrangement with Super Sports Media Inc.  Under this original agreement, Shinai was a key licensee of rights and therefore the new arrangement directly between the AFC and Shinai will provide continuity to local football fans in terms of their viewing experience as well as commercial partners within China PR. 

Qatar 2022: Young Stars to Watch

Fri, 18 Nov, 2022

Qatar 2022: Young Stars to Watch

Doha: The FIFA World Cup has long since offered the perfect platform for some of the brightest stars from the next generation to showcase their talents to the global audience.

And the 2022 edition in Qatar will be no different with a number of young players from the six Asian representatives looking to step up and show the world what they’re capable of. 

Ahead of the tournament kicking off on Sunday, the-AFC.com shines the spotlight on six prospects to keep an eye out for in the weeks ahead.

Team Profile: Saudi Arabia

Fri, 18 Nov, 2022

Team Profile: Saudi Arabia

Doha: With a record six Asian nations headed to the FIFA World Cup™ Qatar 2022, the continent stands as big a chance of delivering exceptional results this winter as it ever had as the hosts Qatar are joined by Australia, Islamic Republic of Iran, Japan, Korea Republic and Saudi Arabia.

With the clock running down ahead of the FIFA World Cup, the-AFC.com takes an in depth look at Saudi Arabia as we conclude our series on Asia's Qatar 2022 cast. 

www.the-afc.com/en/national/fifa_world_cup/video/fifa_world_cup_qatar_2022™_-_know_your_team_|_saudi_arabia.html

Late Canada goal hurts Japan

Fri, 18 Nov, 2022

Late Canada goal hurts Japan

Dubai: Japan slipped to a late 2-1 loss against Canada in Dubai’s Al Makhtoum Stadium on Thursday as Hajime Moriyasu’s Samurai Blue completed their preparations for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 with a defeat.

Lucas Cavallini scored from the penalty spot four minutes into injury time after Miki Yamane had brought down Richie Laryea to hand the Canadians the win in a disjointed game that saw both teams make numerous changes.
 
Yuki Soma had put the Japanese ahead in the ninth minute before Steven Vitoria levelled 12 minutes and the match looked set to end in a draw until Cavallini’s late spot-kick.

The game was Japan’s last before featuring in Group E at the FIFA World Cup Finals, where they have been drawn to face Germany, Costa Rica and Spain.

Jordan fall to classy Spain

Fri, 18 Nov, 2022

Jordan fall to classy Spain

Kuala Lumpur: Jordan fell to a 3-1 defeat against Spain in an international friendly match, with Syria suffering a narrow 1-0 loss to Belarus on Thursday. 

Tajikistan, meanwhile, played to a goalless draw with Russia at home.