We believe we can do it, says Indonesia’s Struick

Mon, 17 Mar, 2025

We believe we can do it, says Indonesia’s Struick

Kuala Lumpur: Rafael Struick has been a mainstay of Indonesia’s rise over the last two years, featuring prominently as the national team has made a major impact on the continental game.

Ahead of the upcoming matches in the AFC Asian Qualifiers™ – Road to 26, the 21-year-old tells the-AFC.com about how his life has changed since 2023.

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Thailand 2025: Know Your Groups A & B

Fri, 14 Mar, 2025

Thailand 2025: Know Your Groups A & B

Pattaya: The idyllic setting of Jomtien Beach takes centrestage once again with the AFC Beach Soccer Asian Cup™ Thailand 2025 kicking off on Thursday.

Three FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup Seychelles 2025 spots are also up for grabs with Islamic Republic of Iran looking to defend the title they won at the same venue two years ago.

With the opening match just days away, the-AFC.com takes a closer look at the Groups A and B cast.

Thailand 2025: Know Your Groups C & D

Mon, 17 Mar, 2025

Thailand 2025: Know Your Groups C & D

Pattaya: Anticipation for the AFC Beach Soccer Asian Cup™ Thailand 2025 is reaching fever pitch with top class action set to illuminate Jomtien Beach in the coming days.

As the teams start converging on Pattaya, the-AFC.com takes a look at Groups C and D cast where four former champions - two in each group - will also be bidding for the title.

#ACBeachSoccer - Flashback

Sat, 15 Mar, 2025

#ACBeachSoccer - Flashback

Kuala Lumpur: The AFC Beach Soccer Asian Cup™ Thailand 2025 is just around the corner, with 16 teams set to vie for the coveted title.

The-AFC.com rewinds the clock to some of the most iconic and standout occasions in the tournament's 19-year history.

#ACLElite - The Knockout Stage cast

Sun, 16 Mar, 2025

#ACLElite - The Knockout Stage cast

Kuala Lumpur: The draw for the knockout stage of the AFC Champions League Elite™ 2024/25 will take place at the AFC House in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia at 15:00 (UTC+8) on Monday.

As the teams and fans eagerly await to know the path to continental glory, the-AFC.com takes a look at the eight teams who will converge in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia for the centralised knockout stage on April 25 to May 3.

#ACLElite - R16, 2nd Leg: What they said

Fri, 14 Mar, 2025

#ACLElite - R16, 2nd Leg: What they said

Kuala Lumpur: The return leg of the AFC Champions League Elite 2024/25 had it all - amazing comebacks, superstars shining and sides ending long waits to qualify for the quarter-finals.

As excitement intensifies for Monday's knockout stage draw at the AFC House in Kuala Lumpur, we take a look at what the eight quarter-finalists had to say after winning the respective Round of 16 ties.

#ACLElite - R16, 2nd Leg: Five takeaways

Fri, 14 Mar, 2025

#ACLElite - R16, 2nd Leg: Five takeaways

Kuala Lumpur: The cast for the AFC Champions League Elite™ 2025/25 quarter-finals was finalised following the conclusion of a thrilling Round of 16, second leg this past week.

As the eight teams eagerly await Monday's draw, which will be held at the AFC House in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, the-AFC.com takes a look at some interesting facts and figures from the Round of 16's return leg.

#ACLTwo - Q-finals (2nd leg): Facts and figures

Sat, 15 Mar, 2025

#ACLTwo - Q-finals (2nd leg): Facts and figures

Kuala Lumpur: There was joy and despair as the semi-finalists of the AFC Champions League Two™ 2024/25 were confirmed this week.

As the four remaining teams start preparing for April's semi-finals, the-AFC.com takes a look at some interesting facts and figures from the second leg of the quarter-finals.

East Asia Wrap: Record-setting Kashima remain in charge; Daejeon move clear

Mon, 17 Mar, 2025

East Asia Wrap: Record-setting Kashima remain in charge; Daejeon move clear

Japan: Kashima Antlers maintained their position at the summit of the J1 League with a late equaliser against Urawa Reds, while Machida Zelvia continued their strong start with a narrow win over Albirex Niigata.

In Korea Republic, Daejeon took sole possession of the top spot with a convincing victory over Jeju SK, while defending champions Ulsan HD were held by Suwon FC in a tightly contested encounter.
 
Join the-AFC.com in our weekly review of the East Asian domestic scene.

West Asia Wrap: Al Shehri penalty keeps Al Ittihad four ahead; exciting race continues in Iraq

Sun, 16 Mar, 2025

West Asia Wrap: Al Shehri penalty keeps Al Ittihad four ahead; exciting race continues in Iraq

Doha: Al Ittihad SC ended a run of three draws with a last gasp 2-1 win over Al Riyadh to stay four points clear in the Saudi Pro League.

Zakro and Al Zawraa jointly lead the Iraqi Stars League while Al Ansar's perfect run came to an end in Lebanon.

Join the-AFC.com as we take a look at the domestic action across West Asia with several leagues on a break ahead of the upcoming international matches.

Central & South Asia Wrap: Mumbai City book final ISL playoff spot; Tractor stay in pole

Mon, 17 Mar, 2025

Central & South Asia Wrap: Mumbai City book final ISL playoff spot; Tractor stay in pole

Mumbai: Mumbai City FC clinched the final playoff spot in the Indian Super League to join the five other qualifiers in matches scheduled from late March to early April.

Tractor stayed top in Islamic Republic of Iran while Muras United avenged their Super Cup loss to FC Abdysh-Ata in their Kyrgyz Republic Premier League clash.

There were also mixed fortunes for the defending champions of Tajikistan, Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan so join the-AFC.com as we take a look at the domestic action across Central and South Asia this past week.

ASEAN Wrap: Western United narrow gap; Buriram, Persib Bandung continue to cruise

Mon, 17 Mar, 2025

ASEAN Wrap: Western United narrow gap; Buriram, Persib Bandung continue to cruise

Kuala Lumpur: Western United closed in on Auckland City in Australia after an impressive win over Newcastle Jets.

Buriram United and Persib Bandung maintained their positions in Thailand and Indonesia while there were also matches in Malaysia, Philippines and Singapore so join the-AFC.com in our review of the domestic action across ASEAN this past week.