East Asia Wrap: Ulsan open up four-point lead

Thu, 28 Oct, 2021

East Asia Wrap: Ulsan open up four-point lead

Hong Kong: Ulsan Hyundai have moved four points clear at the K League 1 summit after easing to victory over FC Seoul on Sunday as title rivals Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors slipped up against Gangwon.

There were goals aplenty in the J1 League with table-toppers Kawasaki Frontale returning to winning ways while Rafael Benitez's Dalian Pro finally got their first win of the season in the Chinese Super League.

And Mongolian Premier League leaders Khangarid's excellent form continued as they won again, so join the-AFC.com as we wrap up the best of the action from across East Asia.

Vote for your best ACL2019 Team: Midfielders

Thu, 28 Oct, 2021

Vote for your best ACL2019 Team: Midfielders

Kuala Lumpur: As the resumption of the 2020 AFC Champions League draws ever closer, the-AFC.com continues its quest to find out who you, the fans, consider the 'Best XI' from previous editions of the Continental competition.

The 2019 tournament's best goalkeeper has been decided, as have the back four ahead of of him, so now it's time to turn our attention to the more creative as we look back at 10 standout performers.

Champions Al Hilal have made their presence felt in this best XI so far, although with just one contender in the running for the midfield positions, there's a chance for others to stake their claim for a place in the side. So, review the list and don't forget to vote for your favourite at the bottom of the article.

ACL Goals of the Decade – Semi-final 2

Thu, 28 Oct, 2021

ACL Goals of the Decade – Semi-final 2

Kuala Lumpur: It's goals galore again from the AFC Champions League as we highlight 10 more incredible efforts from the past decade and ask you, the fans, to vote for your favourite. 

After the first semi-final garnered more than 100,000 votes and five players progressed to next week's final, the-AFC.com brings you more fabulous goals from the years between 2010 and 2019.

Featuring a range of delightful chips, teams goals, long-range screamers and much more, enjoy the trip down memory lane and don't forget to vote for your favourite at the bottom of the article. The top five will advance to next week's grand finale.

Kumagai wondergoal steers Lyon to five in a row

Thu, 28 Oct, 2021

Kumagai wondergoal steers Lyon to five in a row

San Sebastián: Saki Kumagai lit up the 2019-20 UEFA Women’s Champions League final with an outstanding goal, as Olympique Lyonnais won the title for a record extending fifth season in a row on Sunday.

Kumagai’s 44th-minute screamer helped the French outfit to a 3-1 win over Germany’s VfL Wolfsburg, making her the first Asian player to score in the final, and the first player from the continent to become a European champion on five separate occasions.

Bracket Challenge: RO16 - Alexander Geynrikh (UZB) vs Kim Jung-woo (KOR)

Thu, 28 Oct, 2021

Bracket Challenge: RO16 - Alexander Geynrikh (UZB) vs Kim Jung-woo (KOR)

Kuala Lumpur: The AFC Asian Cup has always captivated audiences with its moments of sheer genius, brilliant celebrations and - above all - stunning goals. 

As we build up towards the AFC Asian Cup China 2023, the-AFC.com continues the AFC Asian Cup Greatest Goals Bracket Challenge with the final Round of 16 tie.

Bracket Challenge: RO16 - Ismail Abdul Latif (BHR) vs Ali Daei (IRN) 

Thu, 28 Oct, 2021

Bracket Challenge: RO16 - Ismail Abdul Latif (BHR) vs Ali Daei (IRN) 

Kuala Lumpur: The AFC Asian Cup has always captivated audiences with its moments of sheer genius, brilliant celebrations and - above all - stunning goals. 

As we build up towards the AFC Asian Cup China 2023, the-AFC.com continues the AFC Asian Cup Greatest Goals Bracket Challenge with the next enticing Round of 16 tie.

Corica: Experience the defining factor for Sydney's history makers

Thu, 28 Oct, 2021

Corica: Experience the defining factor for Sydney's history makers

Parramatta: Head coach Steve Corica credited his players’ experience as the defining factor in Sydney FC securing back-to-back A-League Championships with victory over Melbourne City in the A-League Grand Final on Sunday.

An extra-time goal from Rhyan Grant was the difference between the sides as Sydney became the first team in Australian history to win five Grand Finals, adding this year’s title to those secured in 2006, 2010, 2017 and 2019.

Sydney also became the first team since Brisbane Roar in 2012 to complete successive Grand Final triumphs and the former midfielder was delighted his players had achieved the target set for them ahead of the season.