Matchday Memories: On This Day 1981 – Milne’s Men Make One More Indonesian Win In Jakarta!

On this day (8th June) in 1981 the Sky Blues were on their Indonesian leg of a South East Asian Tour, having earlier visited Thailand where they...
CCFPA.CO.UK Jun 8

AFC Governance Workshop strengthens FABD capacity

Kuala Lumpur: The AFC Governance Workshop concluded successfully in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on Monday, marking yet another instance of the Asian...
THE-AFC.COM Jun 8

Matchday Memories: On This Day 1981 – Sexton’s Sky Blues Take It Easy In Indonesia!

On this day (6th June) in 1981, having toured Japan three years previously, the Sky Blues were back in Asia. This time they were well into a South...
CCFPA.CO.UK Jun 6

AFC to host FIFAe Continental Championships Qualifiers

Kuala Lumpur: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) will host the Asian leg of the FIFAe Continental Championships qualifying campaign in Malaysia.
THE-AFC.COM Jun 5

What are caps in soccer? What to know for the 2026 FIFA World Cup

Entering the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Cristiano Ronaldo has 226 caps for Portugal. But what does that mean exactly? No, it does not refer to a...
NBC LOS ANGELES Jun 2

Matchday Memories: On This Day 1981 – Hong Kong Hallelujah! Milnes Men Win Tour Thriller

In 1981, in very different climes to the match reported earlier today against FC Austria in Vienna fifteen year’s previously in 1966, CCFPA member...
CCFPA.CO.UK May 31

#AFCU20 China 2027 - Stage set for Qualifiers

Kuala Lumpur: The AFC U20 Asian Cup China 2027™ Qualifiers are set to be a scintillating affair following the Official Draw at the AFC House in...
THE-AFC.COM May 28

Watch the #AFCU20 China 2027 Qualifiers Draw live

Kuala Lumpur: The Draw for the AFC U20 Asian Cup China 2027™ Qualifiers will be conducted at 15:00 (UTC+8) on Thursday at the AFC House in Kuala...
THE-AFC.COM May 28

ASEAN Wrap: Persib top of the mountain; Johor Darul Ta'zim complete sweep

Kuala Lumpur: Johor Darul Ta'zim completed another dominant domestic campaign after defeating Kuching City FC to lift the Malaysia Cup and secure a...
THE-AFC.COM May 25

Matchday Memories: On This Day 1981 – Sky Blue Tommy Tames Selangor In Malaysia

Three seasons after City competed for the Japan Cup after the 1980-81 season was over  the Sky Blues were again in South East Asia playing games in...
CCFPA.CO.UK May 23

Battles to be unveiled for #AFCU20 China 2027 Qualifiers

Kuala Lumpur: The first step towards earning a coveted spot at the AFC U20 Asian Cup China 2027™ will be taken with the Qualifiers Draw on May 28...
THE-AFC.COM May 21

Why Is Liverpool FC So Popular in Malaysia?

Few football clubs command the kind of devotion in Malaysia that Liverpool FC does in 2026. Walk through any Malaysian city on a Premier League...
EMPIREOFTHEKOP.COM May 20

Matchday Memories: On This Day 1981 – Sky Blues Start Tour Tied Up In Thailand!

In 1981 post season (now CCFPA member) Gordon Milne took the Sky Blues on a four country tour of South-East Asia, taking in Thailand, Malaysia,...
CCFPA.CO.UK May 16

Kingsley Schindler’s Buriram United to face off with Selangor FC in ASEAN Championship Cup final

A thrilling Southeast Asian showdown is locked in as Ghana's Kingsley Schindler and Buriram United prepare to face Malaysian powerhouse Selangor FC...
GHANASOCCERNET.COM May 13

Ghana's Kingsley Schindler powers Buriram into ASEAN Club Championship final

Ghanaian full-back Kingsley Schindler struck a decisive extra-time goal to send nine-man Buriram United into the ASEAN Club Championship Shopee Cup...
GHANASOCCERNET.COM May 13

Major team led by ex-Watford boss take world record with 108 league wins in a row

The club – also known as the Johor Southern Tigers and based in Johor Malaysia – have now won an astonishing 108 games in a row, and have won the...
DAILY STAR May 12

Brian Barry-Murphy jets to Malaysia to meet Vincent Tan as big Cardiff City summer begins

The Bluebirds head coach flew out to the Asian country to meet with owner Vincent Tan
WALESONLINE.CO.UK May 9

JDT eye statement win as Luis Garcia rallies side for ‘biggest game in club history'

Johor Darul Ta'zim are chasing a defining moment on the continental stage tonight, with chief executive Luis Garcia calling their AFC Champions...
THEFOOTBALLFAITHFUL.COM Apr 17

Luis García: ‘I didn't expect football to give me that again. But there I was, crying'

Liverpool legend talks memories of Istanbul, learning magic and his adventures in Malaysia with Johor Darul Ta'zimLuis García was “super cool”, he...
THE GUARDIAN Apr 14

Tony Fernandes back in football with 40% stake in National League South club after QPR rollercoaster

Tony Fernandes' time at QPR was somewhat chaotic, and the Malaysian is back in the game with a club in the limelight. The post Tony Fernandes back...
THE72.CO.UK Apr 2

Qualifiers - Group F: Vietnam 3-1 Malaysia

Nam Dinh: Vietnam sealed a perfect AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ Qualifiers Final Round Group F campaign with a 3-1 win against Malaysia at...
THE-AFC.COM Mar 31

Former Sheffield Wednesday boss wins league title - ex-Owl shines with 12 G/A along the way

Former Sheffield Wednesday manager, Xisco Munoz, has won the Malaysia Super League with Johor Darul Ta'zim.
THE STAR Mar 31

Liverpool hero Luis Garcia is on the verge of smashing football world-record at Malaysian club JDT

Liverpool hero Luis Garcia is on the verge of breaking the longest unbeaten run in world football at Malaysian club Johor Darul Ta’zim. Garcia...
FOOTBALLINSIDER247.COM Mar 30

#ACLElite Finals Draw produces thrillers

Kuala Lumpur: The AFC Champions League Elite Finals Jeddah 2026™ is set to be a spectacular affair following the completion of the Knockout Stage...
THE-AFC.COM Mar 25

32 brilliant photos of Leeds United fans on emotional Elland Road night - from Belfast, Norway and Malaysia

Elland Road was packed out on a night in which Leeds United remembered two of their own.
YORKSHIRE EVENING POST Mar 22

Malaysia's hopes for AFC Asian Cup qualification end with scandal

The AFC said the action was taken after Malaysia used players who were not eligible during the final round of qualifiers.
INDIATIMES.COM Mar 17

Malaysia out of Asian Cup contention after player eligibility scandal

Malaysia's wins over Nepal and Vietnam have been overturned following the player eligibility scandal
THE INDEPENDENT Mar 17

Iranian women’s football team leave for Oman after dropping Australian asylum bid

The squad spent several hours at the airport in Malaysia checking in and waiting for their flight.
THE JOURNAL (IE Mar 16

Iranian women's football team leaves Malaysia for Oman after asylum reversal

The squad spent several hours at the airport checking in and waiting for their flight.
EXPRESS AND STAR Mar 16

Iranian women’s football team leaves Malaysia for Oman after asylum reversal

The squad spent several hours at the airport checking in and waiting for their flight.
SHROPSHIRESTAR.COM Mar 16

Iran women exit Malaysia after asylum reversal

The Iranian women's soccer team is set to leave Malaysia on Monday night, ending days of uncertainty after most of the seven squad members who...
ESPN Mar 16

ASEAN Wrap: JDT Malaysian champs yet again

Kuala Lumpur: Johor Darul Ta'zim defeated Brunei DPMM 3-0 to confirm a 12th consecutive Malaysia Super League title with five matches to spare.
THE-AFC.COM Mar 16

RFP for Event Management Services for AFC Draw Ceremonies in Malaysia

Kuala Lumpur: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) is issuing a Request for Proposal (RFP) document to receive formal proposals and quotations on...
THE-AFC.COM Mar 12

R16: Johor Darul Ta'zim create history

Hiroshima: Malaysia's Johor Darul Ta'zim will play in the quarter-finals of the AFC Champions League Elite 2025/26™ for the first time despite a...
THE-AFC.COM Mar 11

Iranian women's football team land in Malaysia after teammates granted asylum in Australia – video

Members of the squad arrived in Kuala Lumpur on a flight from Sydney after Australia granted some of their teammates humanitarian visas. Seven...
THE GUARDIAN Mar 10

Two more Iranian football squad members have sought asylum in Australia, minister confirms

Tony Burke says one player and one support member reunited with five players women's team granted humanitarian visas this weekA total of seven...
THE GUARDIAN Mar 10

AFC statement on CAS decision

Kuala Lumpur: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has taken note of the decision rendered by the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) on March...
THE-AFC.COM Mar 5

R16 - 1st Leg: Johor Darul Ta'zim (MAS) 3-1 Sanfrecce Hiroshima (JPN)

Iskandar Puteri: Goals from Ager Aketxe, Bergson da Silva and Marcus Guilherme secured Johor Darul Ta'zim a 3-1 win over 10-man Sanfrecce Hiroshima...
THE-AFC.COM Mar 4

ASEAN Wrap: Perfect leaders, late drama and tightening title races

Kuala Lumpur: Johor Darul Ta'zim's relentless march in Malaysia continued with a perfect 18th straight win, while Indonesia's Persib Bandung ran...
THE-AFC.COM Mar 2

Việt Nam chờ cú hích lớn trên BXH FIFA từ phán quyết vụ Malaysia

Nếu Malaysia bị xử thua tại CAS, đội tuyển Việt Nam có thể được cộng gần 25 điểm, tiến sát top 100 thế giới và chiếm ngôi đầu bảng F vòng loại...
OUTSIDEOFTHEBOOT.COM Feb 25

AFC-UEFA programme strengthens women's football in Asia

Kuala Lumpur: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) and UEFA joined forces to organise a Girls' Grassroots Participation and Coach Education...
THE-AFC.COM Feb 19

Munoz hails JDT's character

Iskandar Puteri: Johor Darul Ta'zim head coach Xisco Munoz praised his players for continuing to believe in the hard-fought 1-0 win over Vissel...
THE-AFC.COM Feb 18

China 2026 Draw finalised

Kuala Lumpur: The 12 hopefuls for the AFC U17 Women's Asian Cup China 2026™ discovered their road to continental glory following the Official Draw...
THE-AFC.COM Feb 12

Saudi Arabia 2026 hopefuls discover road to glory

Kuala Lumpur: The teams vying for the title learnt their Group Stage challengers following the AFC U17 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026™ Official Draw...
THE-AFC.COM Feb 12

Watch the China 2026 and Saudi Arabia 2026 Draws live

Kuala Lumpur: The hopefuls for the AFC U17 Women's Asian Cup China 2026™ and AFC U17 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026™ will discover their road to...
THE-AFC.COM Feb 12

Group D: Saudi Arabia end journey in resounding fashion

Jakarta: Saudi Arabia overpowered Malaysia 6-1 in their final Group D of the AFC Futsal Asian Cup Indonesia 2026™ on Sunday.
THE-AFC.COM Feb 1

Qualifiers - Group C: N. Mariana Islands 0-2 Macau; Vietnam 4-0 Malaysia; Singapore 1-1 Hong Kong, China

Hanoi: Vietnam were at their devastating best as they defeated Malaysia 4-0 in their Qualifiers Group C tie on Sunday to book their place at the...
THE-AFC.COM Nov 30, 2025

Focused Malaysia make Cklamovski proud

Kuala Lumpur: Peter Cklamovski was delighted with his team's response after Malaysia came from behind to register a comprehensive 5-1 win against...
THE-AFC.COM Oct 15, 2025

Qualifiers - Group F: Malaysia 5-1 Laos

Kuala Lumpur: Malaysia roared in the second half to defeat Laos 5-1 in their AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ Qualifiers Final Round Group F tie on...
THE-AFC.COM Oct 14, 2025

Celtic Star Makes International Statement

Marcelo Saracchi completed another valuable 90 minutes for Uruguay as Marcelo Bielsa's side edged past Uzbekistan 2-1 in Malaysia on Monday. The...
CELTS ARE HERE Oct 13, 2025

Qualifiers - Group A: Philippines 5-0 Syria; Malaysia 2-0 Tajikistan

Dushanbe: Philippines led from start to finish to defeat Syria 5-0 in their AFC U17 Women's Asian Cup™ China 2026 Qualifiers Group A opener on...
THE-AFC.COM Oct 13, 2025

Malaysia vs Laos Prediction and Betting Tips | 14th October 2025

Malaysia host Laos at the Bukit Jalil National Stadium in Kuala Lumpur on Tuesday for the 2027 AFC Asian Cup qualifiers, looking to continue their...
SPORTSKEEDA Oct 12, 2025

Barry Robson reveals Raith Rovers’ club versus country dispute over star’s injury

Richard Chin is currently away on international duty with Malaysia.
THECOURIER.CO.UK Oct 10, 2025

Qualifiers - Group F: Laos 0-3 Malaysia

Vientiane: Malaysia produced a spirited second-half performance to defeat Laos 3-0 in their AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ Qualifiers Final Round...
THE-AFC.COM Oct 9, 2025

Jordan Mintah: “We will fight for the country and make Malaysia proud”

Ghanaian-born striker Jordan Mintah says representing Malaysia is “a dream come true” as he prepares for his debut with...
GHANASOCCERNET.COM Oct 8, 2025

Eleven Celts set for international duty

This week marks the beginning of the October international break, the second of three breaks in the 2025/26 campaign before the turn of the...
CELTICFC.COM Oct 8, 2025

‘Sensationally damning': Malaysian football rocked by naturalisation scandal

Seven national-team players, including one from La Liga, have been suspended by Fifa over claims of cheatingThere hasn't been that much to smile...
THE GUARDIAN Oct 8, 2025

Malaysia rejects Fifa accusations it forged players' citizenship and will appeal sanctions

Malaysia's football association says it will appeal Fifa sanctions and fine after seven players on national team suspended for one yearThe Football...
THE GUARDIAN Oct 8, 2025

Fifa accuses Malaysia of ‘cheating, pure and simple' over foreign-born players' eligibility

Fifa accused Malaysia of submitting ‘fraudulent documentation' to suggest that several of its foreign-born players were eligible to compete for the...
THE INDEPENDENT Oct 7, 2025

Richard Chin’s international duty question mark with Malaysia after Raith Rovers injury absence

The 22-year-old has flown out to Southeast Asia, despite missing out for Raith Rovers at the weekend.
THECOURIER.CO.UK Oct 7, 2025

Malaysia soccer federation disputes cheating claims and will appeal FIFA sanctions

The Football Association of Malaysia (FAM) said Tuesday that it would appeal FIFA sanctions after being accused by soccer’s governing…
WTOP.COM Oct 7, 2025

Man United ‘plotting Cristiano Ronaldo reunion' in desperate bid to raise funds

Manchester United have reportedly opened talks over playing a mid-season friendly in Saudi Arabia in their latest bid to raise money. A visit to...
TALKSPORT Oct 2, 2025

Watch the Saudi Arabia 2026 Draw live

Kuala Lumpur: The AFC U23 Asian Cup™ Saudi Arabia 2026 Draw takes place at the AFC House in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on Thursday at 15:00 (UTC+8).
THE-AFC.COM Oct 2, 2025

AFC hosts Ministry of Youth and Sports Malaysia in knowledge-sharing visit

Kuala Lumpur: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) welcomed the Ministry of Youth and Sports Malaysia (KBS) today to the AFC House for a...
THE-AFC.COM Sep 29, 2025

Qualifiers - Group G: UAE 8-2 Bangladesh; IR Iran 4-0 Malaysia

Kuantan: Islamic Republic of Iran will defend their title at the AFC Futsal Asian Cup™ Indonesia 2026 after clinching their Finals spot with a...
THE-AFC.COM Sep 24, 2025

Man Utd check on Amad's wellbeing after star was bombarded with abuse following picture with Alejandro Garnacho

MANCHESTER UNITED have offered Amad Diallo support after the winger suffered online abuse. The Red Devils winger was bombarded with abusive...
THE SUN Sep 23, 2025

Qualifiers - Group G: UAE 0-10 IR Iran; Bangladesh 1-7 Malaysia

Kuantan: Islamic Republic of Iran made it two wins out of two following their 10-0 defeat of United Arab Emirates in their AFC Futsal Asian Cup™...
THE-AFC.COM Sep 22, 2025

Qualifiers - Group G: IR Iran 12-0 Bangladesh; Malaysia 1-0 UAE

Kuantan: Defending champions Islamic Republic of Iran began their AFC Futsal Asian Cup™ Indonesia 2026 Qualifiers campaign with an impressive 12-0...
THE-AFC.COM Sep 20, 2025

Raith Rovers boss Barry Robson makes Richard Chin admission

The summer signing recently made his international debut for Malaysia.
THECOURIER.CO.UK Sep 17, 2025

ASEAN Wrap: Johor Darul Ta'zim unstoppable; late goals seal Buriram win

Kuala Lumpur: Johor Darul Ta'zim extended their winning run in Malaysia with another commanding display, while Buriram United scored late to take...
THE-AFC.COM Sep 15, 2025

Danny Lennon reveals how mental toil of struggle to get back into management saw him 'run away' to Malaysia

New Airdrie boss had set up a new life in the idyllic island of Penang - but is now back in his favourite place in the dug out.
DAILY RECORD Sep 14, 2025

Hopefuls learn Group Stage challengers

Kuala Lumpur: The AFC Women's Champions League™ 2025/26 cast discovered their path to glory following the Group Stage Draw at the AFC House in...
THE-AFC.COM Sep 11, 2025

Raith Rovers’ 10 international players as Richard Chin celebrates Malaysia debut

The Stark's park attacker has been rewarded for impressive early-season form since his summer move north.
THECOURIER.CO.UK Sep 11, 2025

Qualifiers - Group F: Thailand 2-1 Malaysia; Lebanon 3-0 Mongolia

Pathum Thani: Thailand showed nerves of steel to edge Malaysia 2-1 in their AFC U23 Asian Cup™ Saudi Arabia 2026 Qualifiers Group F tie on Tuesday.
THE-AFC.COM Sep 9, 2025

Qualifiers - Group F: Mongolia 0-7 Malaysia; Lebanon 2-2 Thailand

Pathum Thani: Malaysia bounced back from their opening day defeat to register a 7-0 victory over Mongolia in their AFC U23 Asian Cup™ Saudi Arabia...
THE-AFC.COM Sep 6, 2025

Qualifiers - Group F: Mongolia 0-7 Malaysia

Pathum Thani: Malaysia bounced back from their opening day defeat to register a 7-0 victory over Mongolia in their AFC U23 Asian Cup™ Saudi Arabia...
THE-AFC.COM Sep 6, 2025

Wins for Thailand, Malaysia, Iraq, Saudi Arabia

Kuala Lumpur: Thailand, Malaysia, Iraq, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates all achieved victories in their respective international...
THE-AFC.COM Sep 5, 2025

Qualifiers - Group F: Malaysia 0-1 Lebanon; Thailand 6-0 Mongolia

Pathum Thani: Thailand and Lebanon made winning starts to their AFC U23 Asian Cup™ Saudi Arabia 2026 Qualifiers Group F campaign on Wednesday.
THE-AFC.COM Sep 3, 2025

Everton’s Global Vision in Action at IGB International School

The Everton International Academy were proud to visit our esteemed partner, IGB International School in Malaysia. This visit marked another...
EVERTON FC OFFICIAL SITE Sep 3, 2025

Qualifiers - Group F: Malaysia 0-1 Lebanon

Pathum Thani: Lebanon made a winning start to their AFC U23 Asian Cup™ Saudi Arabia 2026 Qualifiers Group F campaign with a 1-0 victory against...
THE-AFC.COM Sep 3, 2025

Malaysia vs Singapore Prediction and Betting Tips | September 4th 2025

Malaysia and neighbors Singapore will trade tackles in an international friendly on Thursday (September 4th). The game will be played at the Bukit...
SPORTSKEEDA Sep 2, 2025

PS - Group C: Kelana United FC (MAS) 0-4 Etihad Club (JOR)

Melaka: Etihad Club defeated Kelana United of Malaysia 4-0 to finish second in Group C of the AFC Women's Champions League™ 2025/26 Preliminary...
THE-AFC.COM Aug 31, 2025

Ghanaian striker Jordan Mintah completes Malaysia naturalisation

Ghanaian striker Jordan Mintah is now available for selection into the Malaysia national team after picking up his citizenship.This means the...
GHANASOCCERNET.COM Aug 31, 2025

Glasgow's Julie Lin steps down as head chef and director of GaGa

The Dumbarton Road diner was awarded a Bib Gourmand distinction at the Michelin Guide ceremony earlier this year for its blend of Malaysian and...
GLASGOWLIVE Aug 29, 2025

Group Stage showdowns decided

Kuala Lumpur: The 20 teams hoping to savour AFC Challenge League™ 2025/26 glory learnt their Group Stage opponents following the Official Draw at...
THE-AFC.COM Aug 28, 2025

Watch the Group Stage Draw live

Kuala Lumpur: The Group Stage Draw for the AFC Challenge League™ (ACGL) 2025/26 will be held at the AFC House in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia at 15:00...
THE-AFC.COM Aug 28, 2025

AFC Professional Football Seminar 2025 charts pathway for future

Kuala Lumpur: The AFC Professional Football Seminar 2025 concluded today in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, after three days of dynamic discussions,...
THE-AFC.COM Aug 28, 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

#ChallengeLeague cast set for Group Stage draw

Kuala Lumpur: Battle lines for the AFC Challenge League™ (ACGL) 2025/26 will be marked on August 28 (Thursday) during the Group Stage draw, which...
THE-AFC.COM Aug 25, 2025
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