Japan's Urawa Red Diamonds sign Karlsson

Fri, 04 Mar, 2022

Japan's Urawa Red Diamonds sign Karlsson

Saitama: Two-time AFC Champions League winners Urawa Red Diamonds have confirmed the signing of former Sweden international winger David Moberg Karlsson.

The 27-year-old, who has played three times for his country, was unveiled by the club on Friday and joins Urawa following a two-season stint in the Czech Republic with Sparta Prague.

Daegu’s Gama ready for ‘game of emotions’ against former side Buriram

Fri, 04 Mar, 2022

Daegu’s Gama ready for ‘game of emotions’ against former side Buriram

Daegu: Just over three months since Alexandre Gama said goodbye to his Buriram United players, the Brazilian tactician will have to overcome those familiar faces if he is to steer Daegu FC into the 2022 AFC Champions League group stage.

Gama, who won two league titles and a host of cup competitions during his first spell with the Thai club, stepped down from his second stint towards the end of last year before taking the reins at K League 1 side Daegu FC ahead of the 2022 campaign.

Uzbekistan set for historic USA challenge

Fri, 04 Mar, 2022

Uzbekistan set for historic USA challenge

Tashkent: Uzbekistan’s improving women’s national team are set to be challenged like never before, after the announcement of a pair of friendly internationals against world champions, the United States of America.

Winners of the past two FIFA Women’s World Cups, the Americans will host Midori Honda’s side in Columbus, Ohio on April 9, before the two sides cross paths again three days later in Chester, Pennsylvania.

Turkmenistan’s Mingazov joins Kitchee’s AFC Champions League push

Fri, 04 Mar, 2022

Turkmenistan’s Mingazov joins Kitchee’s AFC Champions League push

Hong Kong: Kitchee SC have added international experience to their 2022 AFC Champions League push, securing the signature of Turkmenistan midfielder Ruslan Mingazov on Thursday.

An attacking midfielder or winger, the 30-year-old joins the club after contributing seven goals in all competitions for Kazakhstan Premier League outfit FC Caspiy last season and is expected to feature in next month’s continental campaign.

2022 Malaysia Super League: 5 things to look out for

Fri, 04 Mar, 2022

2022 Malaysia Super League: 5 things to look out for

Kuala Lumpur: The Malaysia Super League becomes the latest domestic league to kick off when the 2022 campaign gets underway on Friday.

Johor Darul Ta’zim (JDT) are chasing a record-extending ninth successive title as the Southern Tigers look to continue their dominance in the Southeast Asian country, while several of the chasing pack recruited heavily in their bids to challenge the defending champions. 

Ahead of the first round of fixtures, the-AFC.com has selected five things to look out for.

Saudi Arabia women’s team determined to scale greater heights

Thu, 03 Mar, 2022

Saudi Arabia women’s team determined to scale greater heights

Riyadh: Saudi Arabia women’s national team returned home on Tuesday following their international debut with Monika Staab’s squad determined to push harder as they seek the step up to competitive football.

Following their preparatory camp in mid-January, Saudi Arabia embarked on their maiden outing to the Maldives capital, Male, where they defeated Seychelles and hosts Maldives by 2-0 scorelines in their international debut.