Indonesia part ways with Shin

Mon, 06 Jan, 2025

Indonesia part ways with Shin

Jakarta: Shin Tae-yong has had his contract as Indonesia's head coach terminated with immediate effect, the country’s football federation (PSSI) announced on Monday.

Shin, who was appointed in December 2019, has been removed from the post with Indonesia sitting in third place in Group C of the AFC Asian Qualifiers™ – Road to 26 and only six months after signing a contract extension until 2027.

#ACLElite - Lopes effort voted as best goal of MD2 (East)

Thu, 09 Jan, 2025

#ACLElite - Lopes effort voted as best goal of MD2 (East)

Kuala Lumpur: Continuing our series of the AFC Champions League Elite™ 2024/25 best goals of the League Stage, we turn our attention to Matchday Two of the East Zone.

There was an abundance of stunning goals and we invite you - the fans - to pick your favourite with the winning effort to advance to the semi-finals.

Ulsan HD sign Lee, Heo from Gwangju

Mon, 06 Jan, 2025

Ulsan HD sign Lee, Heo from Gwangju

Ulsan: Ulsan HD FC have continued the major overhaul of their K League 1 title-winning squad with the signing of Lee Hui-gyun and Heo Yool from fellow AFC Champions League Elite™ participants Gwangju FC and Kang Sang-woo from FC Seoul.

Korea Republic under-23 forward Heo replaces veteran striker Joo Min-kyu, whose departure was announced on Sunday when he signed for Daejon Hana Citizen, as Kim Pan-gon’s side look to successfully defend their back-to-back domestic crowns.

Contenders ready for battle at #WACFutsal2025 Qualifiers

Mon, 06 Jan, 2025

Contenders ready for battle at #WACFutsal2025 Qualifiers

Kuala Lumpur: The quest to reach the AFC Women’s Futsal Asian Cup™ China 2025 kicks off this Saturday, January 11 when the Qualifiers get underway.

Nine berths at the third edition of the Continent’s premier women’s futsal national team tournament are on offer for the 18-strong cast, who have been split into four groups – two group of five teams and two groups of four.

#WACFutsal: 2018 revisited

Sun, 05 Jan, 2025

#WACFutsal: 2018 revisited

Kuala Lumpur: The AFC Women’s Futsal Asian Cup™ China 2025 Qualifiers are just days away with the January 11-19 action to decide the nine teams who will join Islamic Republic of Iran, Japan and China PR in the Finals.

As we gear up for the action to start, the-AFC.com revisits the 2018 edition that was held in Bangkok, Thailand where the number of teams nearly doubled to 15 with Iran defending their title.

#WACFutsal: 2015 revisited

Sat, 04 Jan, 2025

#WACFutsal: 2015 revisited

Kuala Lumpur: The AFC Women’s Futsal Asian Cup™ returns after a lapse of six years with the China 2025 Qualifiers on January 11-19 to set the tone for Finals which will be played in May.

Thirteen nations will be vying for nine spots, with Islamic Republic of Iran, Japan and China PR having already confirmed their respective tickets to the Finals.

As we gear up for the Qualifiers, the-AFC.com takes a look back to when it all started in 2015 when the inaugural championship took place in Nilai, Malaysia with Iran crowned as the champions.

ASEAN & East Asia Wrap: Macarthur close in on summit; Preah Khan stay within sight of Phnom Penh

Mon, 06 Jan, 2025

ASEAN & East Asia Wrap: Macarthur close in on summit; Preah Khan stay within sight of Phnom Penh

Kuala Lumpur: Macarthur FC kept their title hopes alive with a thrilling win over Western Sydney Wanderers.

In Cambodia, Preah Khan Reach Svay Rieng FC moved within three points of leaders Phnom Penh Crown FC while there was also action in Laos and Hong Kong, China.

Join the-AFC.com as we review the past week's domestic action across ASEAN and East Asia.

Central & South Asia Wrap: Tractor climb to the top

Mon, 06 Jan, 2025

Central & South Asia Wrap: Tractor climb to the top

Tehran: Tractor FC moved to the top of the Iran Pro League table with a superior goal difference over Foolad Mobakareh Sepahan FC while Dhaka Mohammedan maintained their perfect start in the Bangladesh Football Premier League.

The-AFC.com gives you a wrap of the domestic league action across Central and South Asia this past week.

West Asia Wrap: Sharjah, Air Force drop points

Mon, 06 Jan, 2025

West Asia Wrap: Sharjah, Air Force drop points

Dubai: The title race in the United Arab Emirates and Iraq intensified after the leaders dropped points the past week.

Sharjah were held to a goalless draw by Al Ain FC in the UAE while Air Force SC were defeated 3-1 by Al Zawraa.

The-AFC.com brings you up to speed with the latest domestic action from West Asia.

Vietnam beat Thailand to clinch third title

Mon, 06 Jan, 2025

Vietnam beat Thailand to clinch third title

Bangkok: Vietnam were crowned the 2024 ASEAN Championship winners after defeating Thailand 3-2 in the second leg of the final on Sunday.

Vietnam won 5-3 on aggregate to lift the trophy for a third time, having previously emerged champions in 2008 and 2018.