East Asia Wrap: Shanghai Shenhua in pole position; Ulsan held

Mon, 21 Oct, 2024

East Asia Wrap: Shanghai Shenhua in pole position; Ulsan held

Shanghai: The Chinese Super League (CSL) title race is set for a thrilling conclusion after Shanghai Shenhua mounted a dramatic 2-1 comeback victory over Henan FC, leapfrogging leaders Shanghai Port, who were stunned 3-1 at home to Chengdu Rongcheng.

In Korea Republic, Ulsan HD’s lead was reduced to four points after a goalless draw with Gimcheon Sanmu while in Japan, Sanfrecce Hiroshima missed the chance to go four clear at the top after stumbling 2-1 against Shonan Bellmare.

There was also action in Hong Kong, so join the-AFC.com as we recap the past week's domestic action across East Asia.

#ChallengeLeague contenders gear up for Group Stage battles

Fri, 18 Oct, 2024

#ChallengeLeague contenders gear up for Group Stage battles

Kuala Lumpur: The Continent’s aspiring teams will embark on their quest for glory when the keenly anticipated AFC Challenge League™ 2024/25 season gets underway on Saturday, October 26.

Set to shine the light on Asia’s emerging leagues, the revamped third tier men’s club competition comprises 18 teams in its inaugural edition. The Group Stage, featuring three groups of four teams each from the West and two groups involving three teams each from the East, will be played in a centralised league format.

West Asia Wrap: Al Hilal stay perfect; Al Duhail back on winning trail

Mon, 21 Oct, 2024

West Asia Wrap: Al Hilal stay perfect; Al Duhail back on winning trail

Doha: Al Hilal SFC registered their seventh consecutive win to maintain a tight grip on the Saudi Pro League 2024/25 standings.

Al Duhail SC returned to winning ways to stay ahead in the Qatar Stars League while matches were also played in Bahrain, Jordan, Kuwait and Oman.

Join the-AFC.com as we take a look at how the past week's domestic action unfolded across West Asia.

Central & South Asia Wrap: Mohun Bagan Super Giant shine in Kolkata Derby

Mon, 21 Oct, 2024

Central & South Asia Wrap: Mohun Bagan Super Giant shine in Kolkata Derby

Kolkata: Mohun Bagan Super Giant made merry to beat East Bengal in the 400th Kolkata Derby, Asia’s oldest derby with a history of over 100 years, while Aluminium Arak halted Foolad’s streak in the Iran Pro League.

In Uzbekistan, Nasaf stayed on top despite splitting points while Abdysh-Ata Kant continued their domination in Kyrgyz Republic.

The-AFC.com brings you a wrap of all domestic league matches played in the week across Central and South Asia.

ASEAN Wrap: Macarthur make stunning start in A-League

Mon, 21 Oct, 2024

ASEAN Wrap: Macarthur make stunning start in A-League

Sydney: Australia’s A-League Men’s season kicked off in style over the past week with Macarthur FC making an impressive start.

Slim wins for Bali United and Buriram United saw them hold their own at the top of the Indonesia Liga 1 and Thai League 1 respectively.

Domestic action also took place in Malaysia, Singapore, Vietnam, Laos, Myanmar, Cambodia, Brunei Darussalam and Philippines, so join the-AFC.com as we recap the domestic excitement across Southeast Asia this past week.

Preview - Group B: USA v Korea Republic

Mon, 21 Oct, 2024

Preview - Group B: USA v Korea Republic

Santiago de los Caballeros: Korea Republic will go into their final FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup Dominican Republic 2024 Group B tie on Tuesday knowing even a win against the United States may not be enough for them to seal progression.

The 2010 champions are tied on one point with Colombia with the Americans a further two in front. Two-time defending champions Spain are already through to the quarter-finals after winning their opening two matches.