#AsianQualifiers - Matchday 5: How it stands

Sat, 09 Nov, 2024

#AsianQualifiers - Matchday 5: How it stands

Kuala Lumpur: The AFC Asian Qualifiers™ - Road to 26 returns with Matchday Five to be played on Thursday and Friday.

With the Qualifiers fast reaching the business end, there is still everything to play for so join the-AFC.com as we take a look at how the groups stand ahead of the next round of matches. 

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West Asia Wrap: Mitrovic leads as Al Hilal stay top

Sat, 09 Nov, 2024

West Asia Wrap: Mitrovic leads as Al Hilal stay top

Doha: Aleksandar Mitrovic, fresh from scoring a hat-trick in the AFC Champions League Elite™ 2024/25, was on target yet again as Al Hilal SFC stayed top of the Saudi Pro League 2024/25.

Al Karma and Al Zawraa reduced the gap in the Iraq Stars League to just a point while it is still early days in the Syrian Premier League.

The-AFC.com takes a look at the past week's domestic action in West Asia with most leagues on a break due to the upcoming international window.

Central & South Asia Wrap: Abdysh-Ata champs again

Mon, 11 Nov, 2024

Central & South Asia Wrap: Abdysh-Ata champs again

Bishkek: FC Abdysh-Ata were crowned Kyrgyz League champions for the third consecutive time, capping a dominant season.

Sepahan, meanwhile, hung on to top spot with defending champions Persepolis staying a close second in the Iran Pro League. Join the-AFC.com as we bring up to date on the past week’s domestic action across Central and South Asia.

East Asia Wrap: Kobe stay in front; Gangwon on the cusp

Mon, 11 Nov, 2024

East Asia Wrap: Kobe stay in front; Gangwon on the cusp

Kobe: Defending champions Vissel Kobe were held to a 1-1 draw by Tokyo Verdy but extended their lead in the J League 1 title race as second placed Sanfrecce Hiroshima suffered more agony in a 3-0 defeat to Urawa Red Diamonds.

In Korea Republic, Gangwon are eyeing a second place finish in the K League 1, while  Incheon United suffered relegation.

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

ASEAN Wrap: Thanh Hoa power on; Melbourne sides to the fore

Mon, 11 Nov, 2024

ASEAN Wrap: Thanh Hoa power on; Melbourne sides to the fore

Kuala Lumpur: Thanh Hoa FC continued their bid to win a first V League 1 title with yet another resilient performance to keep their place at the top of the pile.

In Australia, Melbourne Victory and Melbourne City showcased their title ambitions with impressive wins. Join the-AFC.com as we delve into the domestic action across ASEAN this past week.

Indonesia to host AFC Futsal Asian Cup™ 2026

Mon, 11 Nov, 2024

Indonesia to host AFC Futsal Asian Cup™ 2026

Kuala Lumpur: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has confirmed today several key updates to the 2026 editions of the AFC U17 Asian Cup™ and the AFC Futsal Asian Cup™.

The Football Association of Indonesia has been confirmed as the Host Association of the AFC Futsal Asian Cup™ in 2026 after the AFC Executive Committee ratified the AFC Futsal & Beach Soccer Committee’s recommendation on November 8, 2024.

#ACLElite - MD4: Facts & Figures

Sun, 10 Nov, 2024

#ACLElite - MD4: Facts & Figures

Kuala Lumpur: The AFC Champions League Elite™ 2024/25 delivered another footballing fiesta on Matchday Four.

With the tournament at the halfway stage, the 24 sides are either edging closer to a place in the knockout stage or in desperate need to revive their campaigns.

The-AFC.com takes a look at some interesting facts and figures from the past week's action.

#ACLElite - MD4: What they said

Sat, 09 Nov, 2024

#ACLElite - MD4: What they said

Kuala Lumpur: There was a variety of emotions as Matchday Four of the AFC Champions League Elite™ 2024/25 served up sumptuous football this past week.

Joy, tribute to teammates and frustration were all part of the script so join the-AFC.com as we take a look at what was said after the 12 matches.

#ACLTwo - MD4 in numbers

Sat, 09 Nov, 2024

#ACLTwo - MD4 in numbers

Kuala Lumpur: Matchday Four of the AFC Champions League Two™ 2024/25 was a spectacular affair with the cast for the knockout stage starting to take shape

Islamic Republic of Iran's Tractor FC and Sanfrecce Hiroshima of Japan were the first teams to book their Round of 16 spots despite the action only at the midway stage..

The-AFC.com takes a look at some interesting facts and figures from Matchday Four.

#ACLElite - MD4: Five Takeaways

Thu, 07 Nov, 2024

#ACLElite - MD4: Five Takeaways

Kuala Lumpur: The AFC Champions League Elite™ 2024/25 has reached the halfway stage following the conclusion of Matchday Four this past week.

Fans witnessed another round of scintillating action as several teams moved closer to the knockout stage.

The-AFC.com looks at five things we learned from Matchday Four.

Jardim takes charge of Al Ain

Fri, 08 Nov, 2024

Jardim takes charge of Al Ain

Al Ain: Leonardo Jardim has been appointed Al Ain FC head coach, the UAE Pro League side announced on their social media on Friday.

The Portuguese tactician’s appointment comes following the departure of Argentinian Hernan Crespo in the aftermath of their 5-1 defeat to Saudi Arabia’s Al Nassr Club in the AFC Champions League Elite™ 2024/25 on Tuesday.

Hodak hails resilient Persib for dramatic turnaround against Sailors

Fri, 08 Nov, 2024

Hodak hails resilient Persib for dramatic turnaround against Sailors

Singapore: Persib Bandung head coach Bojan Hodak praised his team's resilience after their impressive 3-2 comeback win over Lion City Sailors FC in their AFC Champions League Two™ 2024/25 Group F tie on Thursday.

Hodak’s side were two goals down with 10 minutes remaining before mounting a spirited comeback to revive their knockout stage hopes with the win taking them to four points, five adrift of Thailand's Port FC and three behind Lion City Sailors with two matches remaining.