Central & South Asia Wrap: Issyk-Kul in first loss; Paro crash in Bhutan opener

Bishkek: Defending champions FC Bars Issyk-Kul slumped to their first defeat in the Kyrgyz Premier League while counterparts Neftchi Fergana, FC...
THE-AFC.COM May 4

Central & South Asia Wrap: United, Istiklol take the lead; Mohammedan claim second win

Bishkek: Last season's runners-up Muras United took over the top of the Kyrgyz Premier League as defending champions FC Istiklol did likewise in...
THE-AFC.COM Apr 27

Kuwait SC defeat Muras United to close in on glory

Bishkek: Kuwait SC fought back from a goal down to win 2-1 against Kyrgyz Republic's FC Muras United in Bishkek on Wednesday and book their place...
THE-AFC.COM Apr 22

Central & South Asia Wrap: Issyk-Kul, Fergana power up; Mohammedan clinch first win

Bishkek: FC Bars Issyk-Kul maintained their hold on the Kyrgyz Premier League while Neftchi Fergana bounced back from their first defeat last week...
THE-AFC.COM Apr 19

Q-final: Muras United cruise past Al Ansar

Bishkek: FC Muras United from Kyrgyz Republic moved into the semi-finals of the AFC Challenge League 2025/26™ on Sunday as a 3-0 win over Al Ansar...
THE-AFC.COM Apr 19

Central & South Asia Wrap: Fergana suffer first defeat; Mohun Bagan back in business

Bishkek: Defending champions Neftchi Fergana's six-match winning run came to a halt in the Uzbekistan Super League while their counterparts in the...
THE-AFC.COM Apr 12

Central & South Asia Wrap: Reigning champions stay on course; Mohun Bagan stumble

Bishkek: The defending champions in the Kyrgyz Republic, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan and Turkmenistan leagues resumed their campaigns after the...
THE-AFC.COM Apr 6

Foreign Minister Okudzeto Ablakwa celebrates Joel Kojo’s success as Ghanaian star shines in Kyrgyzstan

Ghana’s Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa has revealed the remarkable story of Ghanaian-born striker Joel Kojo, who has...
GHANASOCCERNET.COM Mar 18

Central & South Asia Wrap: Abdysh-Ata's tough run continues

Bishkek: Three-time champions FC Abdysh-Ata lost a third consecutive match in the Kyrgyz Premier League as they continued their worst start to the...
THE-AFC.COM Mar 16

Central & South Asia Wrap: Action kicks off in Kyrgyz Republic, Tajikistan

Bishkek: The Kyrgyz Republic and Tajikistan leagues started their 2026 seasons as FC Bars Issyk-Kul and FC Istiklol look to defend their respective...
THE-AFC.COM Mar 9

Preview: Group A

Jakarta: The battle for the AFC Futsal Asian Cup Indonesia 2026™ title starts on Tuesday with Group A - featuring Iraq, Kyrgyz Republic, Indonesia...
THE-AFC.COM Jan 26

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Qualifiers - Group B: Yemen 4-2 Laos; Kyrgyz Republic 3-0 Cambodia; Guam 0-11 Pakistan; Yemen 4-2 Laos

Bishkek: Yemen sealed progress into the AFC U17 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026™ after coming from behind to defeat Laos 4-2 in their Qualifiers Group...
THE-AFC.COM Nov 30, 2025

Qualifiers - Group B: Kyrgyz Republic 3-0 Cambodia; Guam 0-11 Pakistan

Bishkek: Pakistan and Kyrgz Republic finished their AFC U17 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026™ Qualifiers Group B campaigns on winning notes against Guam...
THE-AFC.COM Nov 30, 2025

Qualifiers - Group G: Kyrgyz Republic 1-2 India

Bishkek: Julan Nongmaithem stole the show as India edged Kyrgyz Republic 2-1 in their AFC U17 Women's Asian Cup™ China 2026 Qualifiers Group G...
THE-AFC.COM Oct 13, 2025

It's My Game: Bernatskaia proud to inspire next generation of referees

Kuala Lumpur: As the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup Morocco 2025 kicks off in two weeks' time, Kyrgyz Republic's Veronika Bernatskaia takes centre...
THE-AFC.COM Oct 3, 2025

Qualifiers - Group F: Timor-Leste 5-4 Palestine; Uzbekistan 2-3 Kyrgyz Republic

Bishkek: Kyrgyz Republic stunned Uzbekistan 3-2 on Wednesday to finish top of Group F of the AFC Futsal Asian Cup™ Indonesia 2026 Qualifiers Group...
THE-AFC.COM Sep 24, 2025

New-look Pakistan are making up for lost time with British-born footballers

The Green Shirts went up in the rankings after the 2026 Asian Cup qualifiers with the side ushered along by players who had yet to visit the...
THE GUARDIAN Sep 23, 2025

Qualifiers - Group F: Timor Leste 1-7 Uzbekistan; Palestine 1-2 Kyrgyz Republic

Bishkek: Uzbekistan and Kyrgyz Republic will face off for the top spot on Wednesday after registering their second successive wins in Group F of...
THE-AFC.COM Sep 22, 2025

Qualifiers - Group F: Uzbekistan 7-1 Palestine; Kyrgyz Republic 9-1 Timor-Leste

Bishkek: Uzbekistan fought back from a goal down to defeat Palestine 7-1 in their AFC Futsal Asian Cup™ Indonesia 2026 Qualifiers Group F tie on...
THE-AFC.COM Sep 20, 2025

Edmar dedicates qualification to Kyrgyz fans

Bishkek: Head coach Edmar de Lacerda was over the moon after guiding Kyrgyz Republic to a historic berth at the AFC U23 Asian Cup™ Saudi Arabia...
THE-AFC.COM Sep 10, 2025

Qualifiers - Group E: Uzbekistan 2-1 Palestine; Kyrgyz Republic 6-0 Sri Lanka

Bishkek: Kyrgyz Republic secured top spot in Group E and a place at the AFC U23 Asian Cup™ Saudi Arabia 2026 Finals on Tuesday with a 6-0 victory...
THE-AFC.COM Sep 9, 2025

Qualifiers - Group E: Sri Lanka 0-5 Palestine; Kyrgyz Republic 2-2 Uzbekistan

Bishkek: Kyrgyz Republic fought back to hold Uzbekistan to a 2-2 stalemate in their AFC U23 Asian Cup™ Saudi Arabia 2026 Qualifiers Group E tie on...
THE-AFC.COM Sep 6, 2025

Group A: Oman 2-1 Turkmenistan; Uzbekistan 4-0 Kyrgyz Republic

Tashkent: Uzbekistan marched into the final of the 2025 CAFA Nations Cup with a 4-0 win against Kyrgyz Republic on Friday.
THE-AFC.COM Sep 5, 2025

Qualifiers - Group E: Uzbekistan 4-0 Sri Lanka; Palestine 1-2 Kyrgyz Republic

Bishkek: A Rustam Turdimurodov double steered Uzbekistan to a commanding 4-0 victory over Sri Lanka in their AFC U23 Asian Cup™ Saudi Arabia 2026...
THE-AFC.COM Sep 3, 2025

Uzbekistan vs Kyrgyzstan Prediction and Betting Tips | 5th September 2025

Uzbekistan play Kyrgyzstan at the Olympic City Stadium in Tashkent on Friday in their final group fixture of the 2025 CAFA Nations Cup.
SPORTSKEEDA Sep 3, 2025

Group A: Oman 2-1 Kyrgyz Republic; Turkmenistan 1-2 Uzbekistan

Tashkent: Oman and Uzbekistan stayed on course for a place in the final of the 2025 CAFA Nations Cup after picking up wins in their respective...
THE-AFC.COM Sep 2, 2025

Oman vs Kyrgyzstan Prediction and Betting Tips | September 2nd 2025

Oman will square off against Kyrgyzstan at the Stadion Majmuasi in the group stage of the CAFA Nations Cup on Tuesday.
SPORTSKEEDA Aug 31, 2025

PS - Group C: Lion City Sailors FC (SGP) 3-0 Sydushor SI - Asiagoal (KGZ)

Melaka: Lion City Sailors FC of Singapore finished top of Group C after breezing 3-0 past Kyrgyz Republic's Sydushor SI - Asiagoal in their AFC...
THE-AFC.COM Aug 31, 2025

Group A: Kyrgyz Republic 1-1 Turkmenistan; Uzbekistan 1-1 Oman

Tashkent: Uzbekistan fought back to hold Oman to a 1-1 draw in their opening CAFA Nations Cup 2025 Group A tie on Saturday.
THE-AFC.COM Aug 30, 2025

Kyrgyzstan vs Turkmenistan Prediction and Betting Tips | 30th August 2025

Central Asian rivals Kyrgyzstan and Turkmenistan kick off the 2025 CAFA Nations Cup on Saturday with the opening clash at the JAR Stadium in Tashkent.
SPORTSKEEDA Aug 29, 2025

PS - Group C: Kelana United FC (MAS) 0-0 Sydushor SI - Asiagoal (KGZ)

Phnom Penh: Kelana United of Malaysia and Kyrgyz Republic's Sydushor SI - Asiagoal played to a 0-0 stalemate in their opening AFC Women's Champions...
THE-AFC.COM Aug 25, 2025

Celtic v Kairat betting offer: Bet £10 and get £40 in free bets with William Hill

Celtic are in Champions League action for the first time this season on Wednesday night as they host Kazakh side Kairat for the first leg of their...
TALKSPORT Aug 19, 2025

PS - FC Abdysh-Ata (KGZ) 5-2 Hutteen SC (SYR)

Bishkek: A dominant performance from FC Abdysh-Ata saw the Kyrgyz Republic side overpower Hutteen SC 5-2 in their AFC Challenge League™ 2025/26...
THE-AFC.COM Aug 12, 2025

PS - Abahani Limited Dhaka (BAN) 0-2 FC Muras United (KGZ)

Dhaka: A second half surge from FC Muras United secured the Kyrgyz Republic side a 2-0 win over Bangladesh's Abahani Limited Dhaka in their AFC...
THE-AFC.COM Aug 12, 2025

Qualifiers - Group B: Hong Kong, China 3-1 Singapore; Vietnam 3-0 Kyrgyz Republic

Hanoi: Vietnam stayed perfect to clinch their spot at the AFC U20 Women's Asian Cup™ Thailand 2026 with a 3-0 win against Kyrgyz Republic in the...
THE-AFC.COM Aug 10, 2025

Qualifiers - Group B: Singapore 0-1 Kyrgyz Republic; Hong Kong, China 0-6 Vietnam

Hanoi: Vietnam lead the way in Group B of the AFC U20 Women's Asian Cup™ Thailand 2026 Qualifiers after cruising to a 6-0 win against Hong Kong,...
THE-AFC.COM Aug 8, 2025

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Qualifiers - Group B: Singapore 0-1 Kyrgyz Republic

Hanoi: Kyrgyz Republic kept their AFC U20 Women's Asian Cup™ Thailand 2026 Qualifiers hopes alive with a hard-fought 1-0 win against Singapore in...
THE-AFC.COM Aug 8, 2025

Qualifiers - Group B: Kyrgyz Republic 1-2 Hong Kong, China; Vietnam 5-0 Singapore

Hanoi: Vietnam cruised to 5-0 win over Singapore while a last-gasp goal secured Hong Kong, China a 2-1 victory against Kyrgyz Republic in their...
THE-AFC.COM Aug 6, 2025

Qualifiers - Group B: Kyrgyz Republic 1-2 Hong Kong, China

Hanoi: A last-gasp goal secured Hong Kong, China a 2-1 win against Kyrgyz Republic in their opening AFC U20 Women's Asian Cup™ Thailand 2026...
THE-AFC.COM Aug 6, 2025

Joel Kojo is set to join Uzbek side Neftchi Fergana

Joel Kojo is making a new move in his football journey, heading from Iran to Uzbekistan as he joins Neftchi Fergana on loan.The Ghana-born striker,...
GHANASOCCERNET.COM Jul 25, 2025

Qualifiers - Group D: Kyrgyz Republic 1-2 Pakistan

Tangerang Regency: Pakistan gave themselves a fighting chance of qualifying for the AFC Women's Asian Cup Australia 2026™ after defeating Kyrgyz...
THE-AFC.COM Jul 5, 2025

Qualifiers - Group D: Kyrgyz Republic 0-3 Chinese Taipei

Tangerang Regency: Chinese Taipei made it two wins out of two after defeating Kyrgyz Republic 3-0 in their AFC Women's Asian Cup Australia 2026™...
THE-AFC.COM Jul 2, 2025

Qualifiers - Group D: Indonesia 1-0 Kyrgyz Republic

Tangerang Regency: Indonesia edged Kyrgyz Republic 1-0 to open their AFC Women's Asian Cup Australia 2026™ Qualifiers Group D campaign on a high...
THE-AFC.COM Jun 29, 2025

Group A: Kyrgyz Republic 1-1 United Arab Emirates

Bishkek: Kyrgyz Republic's never-say-die attitude saw them grab a last-gasp goal to hold United Arab Emirates to a 1-1 draw in their AFC Asian...
THE-AFC.COM Jun 10, 2025

Preview - Group A: Kyrgyz Republic v United Arab Emirates

Bishkek: United Arab Emirates will be aiming to lock down third spot when they travel to face Kyrgyz Republic in their final AFC Asian Qualifiers™...
THE-AFC.COM Jun 9, 2025

Sin, Lisitsyn rue missed chances as DPR Korea, Kyrgyz Republic bow out

Riyadh: DPR Korea and Kyrgyz Republic were left to rue missed chances after settling for a 2-2 stalemate in their AFC Asian Qualifiers™ – Road to...
THE-AFC.COM Jun 6, 2025

Group A: DPR Korea 2-2 Kyrgyz Republic

Riyadh: Kyrgyz Republic scored in the seventh minute of time added on to force a 2-2 draw with DPR Korea in Group A of the AFC Asian Qualifiers™ -...
THE-AFC.COM Jun 5, 2025

Preview - Group A: DPR Korea v Kyrgyz Republic

Riyadh: Kyrgyz Republic will be fighting to keep their hopes alive when they take on DPR Korea in Group A of the AFC Asian Qualifiers™ - Road to 26...
THE-AFC.COM Jun 4, 2025

Preview: North Korea vs. Kyrgyzstan - prediction, team news, lineups

Sports Mole previews Thursday's World Cup Qualifying - Asia clash between North Korea and Kyrgyzstan, including predictions, team news and possible...
SPORTSMOLE.CO.UK Jun 3, 2025

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STOKE CITY FC OFFICIAL SITE Apr 19, 2025

AFC expands ACFAM with hybrid format in Kyrgyz Republic

Kuala Lumpur: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) today launched the latest edition of its AFC Certificate in Football Administration and...
THE-AFC.COM Apr 14, 2025

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STOKE CITY FC OFFICIAL SITE Apr 11, 2025

AFC WAP visit boosts women's football development in Kyrgyz Republic

Bishkek: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) further underlined its commitment to advancing women's football across Asia when it conducted a...
THE-AFC.COM Apr 11, 2025

Which international fixture would be worth the highest score in Scrabble?

Plus: managers sacked just before cup finals, and teams with goal differences higher than their league positionMail us with your questions and...
THE GUARDIAN Mar 26, 2025

Kyrgyz Republic's Lisitsyn celebrates well deserved win

Bishkek: Head coach Maksim Lisitsyn paid tribute to his squad after Kyrgyz Republic sensationally defeated Qatar 3-1 in Group A of the AFC Asian...
THE-AFC.COM Mar 26, 2025

Group A: Kyrgyz Republic 3-1 Qatar

Bishkek: Two goals in 11 minutes earned Kyrgyz Republic a 3-1 win over 10-man Qatar in Bishkek on Tuesday to keep alive the Central Asian nation's...
THE-AFC.COM Mar 25, 2025

Preview: Kyrgyzstan vs. Qatar - prediction, team news, lineups

Sports Mole previews Tuesday's World Cup Qualifying - Asia clash between Kyrgyzstan and Qatar, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
SPORTSMOLE.CO.UK Mar 23, 2025

I’m a Premier League cult hero who played for England opponents Latvia, now I’m working for Arsene Wenger

FRESH off Thomas Tuchel's bow against Albania, England have another first on Monday when they face minnows Latvia. The Baltic state have been...
THE SUN Mar 22, 2025

Victory is all that matters for Uzbekistan's Kapadze

Tashkent: Despite finding it difficult to breach a resolute Kyrgyz Republic, Uzbekistan inched closer to realising their FIFA World Cup dreams with...
THE-AFC.COM Mar 21, 2025

Group A: Uzbekistan 1-0 Kyrgyz Republic

Tashkent: Uzbekistan edged closer to a debut appearance at the FIFA World Cup after defeating ten-man Kyrgyz Republic 1-0 in their AFC Asian...
THE-AFC.COM Mar 20, 2025

Preview - Group A: Uzbekistan v Kyrgyz Republic

Tashkent: Timur Kapadze will aim to continue Srecko Katanec's good work when Uzbekistan welcome Kyrgyz Republic to the Bunyodkor Stadium for their...
THE-AFC.COM Mar 19, 2025

Bitesize Prediction: Uzbekistan vs Kyrgyzstan – 20/03/25

Competition: World Cup Qualifiers Market: Uzbekistan to score in both halves Odds: 19/20 @ BetUS Getting their World Cup qualifying campaign back...
SOCCERNEWS.COM Mar 19, 2025

Preview: Uzbekistan vs. Kyrgyzstan - prediction, team news, lineups

Sports Mole previews Thursday's World Cup Qualifying - Asia clash between Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan, including predictions, team news and possible...
SPORTSMOLE.CO.UK Mar 18, 2025

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Australia flags interest as 2031 Asian Cup hosts

Australia has submitted an EOI to host the 2031 men's Asian Cup, while Uzbekistan, Tajikistan and the Kyrgyz Republic have launched a joint bid for...
ESPN Feb 25, 2025

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Group A - MD3: Kyrgyz Republic 0-4 Qatar

Shenzhen:  Qatar closed their AFC U20 Asian Cup™ China 2025 campaign with a 4-0 win over Kyrgyz Republic at the Shenzhen Youth Football Training...
THE-AFC.COM Feb 18, 2025

Preview - Group A: Kyrgyz Republic v Qatar

Shenzhen: Sergi Puchkov and Felix Sarriugarte have a shared aim when Kyrgyz Republic and Qatar conclude their respective AFC U20 Asian Cup™ China...
THE-AFC.COM Feb 17, 2025

Group A - MD2: Kyrgyz Republic 2-5 China PR

Shenzhen: China PR sealed their spot in the knockout stage of the AFC U20 Asian Cup™ China 2025 after defeating Kyrgyz Republic 5-2 in their Group...
THE-AFC.COM Feb 15, 2025

Preview - Group A: Kyrgyz Republic v China PR

Shenzhen: China PR will look to make it two wins out of two when they face a wounded Kyrgyz Republic in their AFC U20 Asian Cup™ China 2025 Group A...
THE-AFC.COM Feb 14, 2025

Jovanovic: Australia can only get better

Shenzhen: Two-goal hero Luka Jovanovic believes Australia, despite their 5-1 win, should have done better in their AFC U20 Asian Cup™ China 2025...
THE-AFC.COM Feb 13, 2025

Group A - MD1: Australia 5-1 Kyrgyz Republic

Shenzhen: A rampant Australia waltzed 5-1 past Kyrgyz Republic in their opening AFC U20 Asian Cup™ China 2025 Group A tie at the Baoan Sports...
THE-AFC.COM Feb 12, 2025

Preview - Group A: Australia v Kyrgyz Republic

Shenzhen: Australia and Kyrgyz Republic will be equally determined to start their respective AFC U20 Asian Cup™ China 2025 campaigns on the front...
THE-AFC.COM Feb 11, 2025

Qualifiers - Group B: India 3-4 Kyrgyz Republic

Yogyakarta: Kyrgyz Republic concluded their AFC Women's Futsal Asian Cup™ China 2025 Qualifiers Group B campaign with a last gasp 4-3 win against...
THE-AFC.COM Jan 19, 2025

Qualifiers - Group B: Kyrgyz Republic 0-4 Hong Kong, China

Yogyakarta: Hong Kong, China made it two wins out of two following a 4-0 defeat of Kyrgyz Republic in their AFC Women's Futsal Asian Cup™ China...
THE-AFC.COM Jan 17, 2025

Qualifiers - Group B: Hong Kong, China 5-0 India; Indonesia 11-3 Kyrgyz Republic

Yogyakarta: Hong Kong, China and Indonesia produced sparkling displays to defeat India and Kyrgyz Republic respectively in their AFC Women's Futsal...
THE-AFC.COM Jan 15, 2025

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KFU's AFC Elite Youth Scheme one-star membership renewed

Kuala Lumpur: The robust systems of excellence implemented by The Kyrgyz Football Union (KFU) to develop its future stars has been recognised with...
THE-AFC.COM Nov 28, 2024

Photo – Inter Milan Star Celebrates Iran 3-2 Win Vs Kyrgyzstan In FIFA World Cup Qualifier Thriller

Inter Miln striker Mehdi Taremi started for Iran in a World Cup qualifying clash with Kyrgyzstan during the international break. It was a hugely...
SEMPREINTER.COM Nov 22, 2024

Group A: Kyrgyz Republic 2-3 IR Iran

Bishkek: Islamic Republic of Iran had to dig deep to overcome Kyrgyz Republic 3-2 in their AFC Asian Qualifiers™ – Road to 26 Group A clash on...
THE-AFC.COM Nov 19, 2024

Preview - Group A: Kyrgyz Republic v IR Iran

Bishkek: Islamic Republic of Iran will expect to take another step towards sealing qualification when they play Kyrgyz Republic in Group A of the...
THE-AFC.COM Nov 18, 2024

Preview: Kyrgyzstan vs. Iran - prediction, team news, lineups

Sports Mole previews Tuesday's World Cup Qualifying - Asia clash between Kyrgyzstan and Iran, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
SPORTSMOLE.CO.UK Nov 17, 2024

Bento praises UAE's strong performance; Lisitsyn reflects on costly errors

Abu Dhabi: United Arab Emirates head coach Paulo Bento lauded his side's performance in their commanding 3-0 victory over Kyrgyz Republic in their...
THE-AFC.COM Nov 16, 2024

Group A: United Arab Emirates 3-0 Kyrgyz Republic

Abu Dhabi: United Arab Emirates reignited their AFC Asian Qualifiers™ - Road to 26 campaign after defeating Kyrgyz Republic 3-0 in their Group A...
THE-AFC.COM Nov 14, 2024
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