Round 2 - Group D: Malaysia 4-3 Kyrgyz Republic

Fri, 29 Mar, 2024

Round 2 - Group D: Malaysia 4-3 Kyrgyz Republic

Kuala Lumpur: Arif Aiman set up all four goals and Faisal Halim scored a dramatic stoppage-time winner as Malaysia came from 3-1 down to defeat Kyrgyz Republic 4-3 in their Preliminary Joint Qualification – Round 2 for the FIFA World Cup 2026 and AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ Group D opener at Bukit Jalil National Stadium on Thursday.

Dion Cools headed the Malaysians in front inside 10 minutes but quickfire goals from Kairat Zhyrgalbek and Ernist Batyrkanov as the interval approached put the visitors in front at half-time.

Kai Merk made it three shortly before the hour but an own goal from Khristiyan Brauzman and another Cools header with 13 minutes to play levelled the contest before Faisal secured a stunning victory in the 93rd minute.

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Round 2 - MD1: Results & Reports

Fri, 17 Nov, 2023

Round 2 - MD1: Results & Reports

Kuala Lumpur: Matchday One of the Preliminary Joint Qualification - Round 2 for the FIFA World Cup 2026 and the AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ saw high octane action on Thursday.

There were resounding wins, hard-fought draws and heartbreaking defeats as the 36 teams began their respective campaigns across the continent.
 
The nine group winners and their respective runners-up will advance to the third round of FIFA World Cup qualifying, and at the same time seal their places at the AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027.
 
Stay updated on all the action with the-AFC.com with Matchday Two to be played on Tuesday. 

IR Iran primed to end long wait

Thu, 16 Nov, 2023

IR Iran primed to end long wait

Kuala Lumpur: Islamic Republic of Iran will feel that the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ is the perfect stage for them to end their wait for a long overdue fourth continental title.

The last of Iran's three titles - won consecutively - was in 1976 with the Central Asian side's best having been semi-final finishes since.

#AFCCup Goals of the Group Stage - Matchday Four

Wed, 15 Nov, 2023

#AFCCup Goals of the Group Stage - Matchday Four

Kuala Lumpur: Matchday Four of the AFC Cup™ 2023/24 was filled with more drama as the teams headed into the final stretch of the group stage looking to seal their berths in the next phase.

Following another matchday of incredible action, the-AFC.com has selected eight of the best goals for you to pick your favourite.

#ACL Goals of the Group Stage - Matchday Four

Mon, 13 Nov, 2023

#ACL Goals of the Group Stage - Matchday Four

Kuala Lumpur: Matchday Four of the AFC Champions League™ 2023/24 saw another round of fascinating action.

Strikes of sheer quality were witnessed across the continent and the-AFC.com has chosen 10 for you - the fans - to not only feast your eyes on but to also choose your favourite.