QF: Saudi Arabia’s Yuhaybi breaks China PR hearts

Sun, 23 Feb, 2025

QF: Saudi Arabia’s Yuhaybi breaks China PR hearts

Shenzhen:  Amar Al Yuhaybi struck deep into time added on as Saudi Arabia defeated China PR 1-0 in their AFC U20 Asian Cup™ China 2025 quarter-final at the Shenzhen Youth Football Training Base Centre Stadium on Saturday.

Saudi Arabia, who are now on their way to the FIFA U-20 World Cup Chile 2025, will play either 12-time winners Korea Republic or defending champions Uzbekistan in the China 2025 semi-finals on Wednesday.

China PR, meanwhile, were left to rue numerous missed opportunities - including a penalty - as they exited the competition.

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QF: Australia fight back to advance at Iraq’s expense

Sun, 23 Feb, 2025

QF: Australia fight back to advance at Iraq’s expense

Shenzhen: Australia came from behind twice to defeat Iraq 3-2 in their AFC U20 Asian Cup™ China 2025 quarter-final at the Baoan Sports Centre Stadium on Saturday.

Australia will face either Japan or Islamic Republic of Iran in the semi-finals with the win also sealing their spot at the FIFA U20 World Cup Chile 2025, having last appeared at the global stage in 2013.

Preview - Quarter-final: Korea Republic v Uzbekistan

Sun, 23 Feb, 2025

Preview - Quarter-final: Korea Republic v Uzbekistan

Shenzhen: Korea Republic and Uzbekistan are set for a blockbuster showdown when they meet in the AFC U20 Asian Cup™ China 2025 quarter-finals on Sunday.

Korea Republic are seeking a record-extending 13th title while Uzbekistan are the defending champions, having triumphed on home soil in 2023. 

Preview - Quarter-final: IR Iran v Japan

Sun, 23 Feb, 2025

Preview - Quarter-final: IR Iran v Japan

Shenzhen: Islamic Republic of Iran’s defensive resolve will be put to the test when they take on Japan in their AFC U20 Asian Cup™ China 2025 quarter-final at the Shenzhen Youth Football Training Base Centre Stadium on Sunday.

Iran will go into the tie boasting not only a perfect record in the group stage but having conceded only once, while Japan will be determined to fire on all cylinders after a mixed start.

#AFCU20 - Fans to the fore

Sat, 22 Feb, 2025

#AFCU20 - Fans to the fore

Shenzhen: Fans illuminated the group stage of the AFC U20 Asian Cup™ China 2025 across the four venues, adding to the excitement of the action on the pitch.

Passionate support from the stands fueled Asia's rising stars who showcased desire and determination, much to the delight of fans who travelled thousands of kilometres to watch them in action.

The-AFC.com highlights just some of the fans who have lit up China 2025 with their support.

#AFCU20 - Group Stage in Numbers

Fri, 21 Feb, 2025

#AFCU20 - Group Stage in Numbers

Shenzhen: After nine days of thrilling action and 75 goals scored, just eight teams remain in the battle for the coveted AFC U20 Asian Cup™ China 2025 title.

Join us at the-AFC.com as we dive into some of the standout stats from the group stage.

#ACLElite - League Stage in numbers

Sat, 22 Feb, 2025

#ACLElite - League Stage in numbers

Kuala Lumpur: The AFC Champions League Elite 2024/25 heads into the business end with the Round of 16 to be played in the first week of March.

As the remaining sides intensify their preparations for what will surely be exciting ties, the-AFC.com takes a look at the facts and figures from the thrilling League Stage.

Poyet happy as Jeonbuk achieve double target

Fri, 21 Feb, 2025

Poyet happy as Jeonbuk achieve double target

Jeonju: Head coach Gustavo Poyet was pleased with the performance of his fringe players as Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors FC cruised into the AFC Champions League Two™ 2024/25 quarter-finals on Thursday. 

Leading 4-0 after the first leg, Poyet opted to field players he wanted to assess as Park Jae-yong’s fifth minute goal saw Jeonbuk defeat Thailand’s Port FC 1-0 on the night and 5-0 on aggregate to set up a last eight meeting with Australia’s Sydney FC. 

Rankovic: Sailors ready to compete with the best

Fri, 21 Feb, 2025

Rankovic: Sailors ready to compete with the best

Singapore: Aleksandar Rankovic has warned that Lion City Sailors FC are ready to challenge the best after the Singapore side advanced to the AFC Champions League Two™ 2024/25 quarter-finals in emphatic fashion on Thursday.

Leading 3-2 from the first leg, Sailors produced a scintillating performance to defeat Thailand’s Muangthong United 4-0 in the return leg of their Round of 16 tie with Rankovic confidently targeting an extended run, with Japan’s Sanfrecce Hiroshima up next for his side.