Hong credits Korea Republic substitutes for thrilling win over Iraq

Wed, 16 Oct, 2024

Hong credits Korea Republic substitutes for thrilling win over Iraq

Yongin: Korea Republic head coach Hong Myung-bo hailed the commitment of his players, especially the second-half substitutes, for their dramatic 3-2 victory over Iraq in Group B of the AFC Asian Qualifiers™ - Road to 26 tie on Tuesday.

The result leaves Korea Republic with a three-point lead at the summit and well placed to seal an 11th consecutive appearance at the FIFA World Cup.

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Australia’s Popovic wants improvements despite Japan draw

Wed, 16 Oct, 2024

Australia’s Popovic wants improvements despite Japan draw

Saitama: Tony Popovic told his Australia team they must "improve all over the park" as he challenged them to become the best side in Asia.

The Socceroos claimed a battling 1-1 away draw with Japan on Tuesday to move onto five points in Group C of the AFC Asian Qualifiers™ - Road to 26.

#AsianQualifiers - MD4: Results & Reports

Wed, 16 Oct, 2024

#AsianQualifiers - MD4: Results & Reports

Kuala Lumpur: A battling performance saw Australia end Japan's perfect run in the AFC Asian Qualifiers™ - Road to 26 as the two sides played to a 1-1 draw in their Matchday Four Group C tie on Tuesday.

Islamic Republic of Iran, meanwhile, were phenomenal as they defeated Qatar 4-1, ensuring that they kept pace with Uzbekistan, who beat the United Arab Emirates 1-0 with both teams leading Group A with 10 points. .

In Group B, Korea Republic opened a three-point lead after defeating Iraq 3-2.

Stay updated on all the reactions with the-AFC.com.

#AFCU17 Qualifiers set to ignite road to Saudi Arabia 2025

Sat, 19 Oct, 2024

#AFCU17 Qualifiers set to ignite road to Saudi Arabia 2025

Kuala Lumpur: The stage is set and anticipation is building as the Continent’s national teams gear up to secure their spot in the AFC U17 Asian Cup™ Saudi Arabia 2025. The Qualifiers, kicking off on Saturday, October 19, will witness Asia’s brightest young talent engage in fierce contests for a chance to shine on the journey to football glory.

Following Lebanon’s withdrawal since the draw in June this year, 42 sides have been split into 10 groups – six of four, one of three and three of five – to battle in a centralised league format, which runs until October 27.

Preview - Group C: DPR Korea v Mexico

Wed, 16 Oct, 2024

Preview - Group C: DPR Korea v Mexico

Santiago de los Caballeros: DPR Korea will begin their bid to create history when they face Mexico in Group C of the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup Dominican Republic on Thursday.

Having already lifted the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup trophy last month, the East Asian side are bidding to become the first nation to do a double-double, having won both tournaments in 2016.

Preview - Group D: Japan v Poland

Wed, 16 Oct, 2024

Preview - Group D: Japan v Poland

Santo Domingo: Japan will kick off their bid for a second title with an opening tie against Poland in Group D of the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup Dominican Republic on Thursday.

Champions in 2014 and runners-up on two occasions, Japan are desperate to lift the trophy again after not advancing past the quarter-finals in the last two editions.

Preview - Group B: Korea Republic v Colombia

Tue, 15 Oct, 2024

Preview - Group B: Korea Republic v Colombia

Santa Domingo: Korea Republic will kick off their bid for a second FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup title against Colombia on Wednesday.

Both sides will be desperate for a winning start, with two-time defending champions Spain and the United States the other teams in Group B of the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup Dominican Republic 2024.

#U17WWC - Asian players to watch

Tue, 15 Oct, 2024

#U17WWC - Asian players to watch

Kuala Lumpur: The FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup Dominican Republic 2024 becomes the backdrop for the next generation of Asian players to showcase their talent to a global audience. 

DPR Korea, Japan and Korea Republic are the three Asian representatives seeking to take the coveted trophy back to Asia for the fifth time in eight editions.

The-AFC.com picks out the several players who could propel these nations to reclaim the title they have each won before.