AFC Elite Futsal Referees & Instructors elevate skills at seminar

Kuala Lumpur: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) once again underlined its commitment to enhancing refereeing standards in the futsal landscape...
THE-AFC.COM Aug 22, 2025

George Boateng appointed head coach of Belgian third-tier side RAEC Mons on a three-year deal

Former Black Stars assistant coach George Boateng has been appointed head coach of Belgian third-tier club RAEC Mons, signing a three-year contract...
GHANASOCCERNET.COM Aug 18, 2025

George Boateng agrees terms to become RAEC Mons new head coach

Former Black Stars assistant coach George Boateng has agreed a deal to become the head coach of Belgian third-tier club RAEC Mons.The former...
GHANASOCCERNET.COM Aug 18, 2025

League Stage Draw: What they said

Kuala Lumpur: Friday's AFC Champions League Elite™ 2025/26 League Stage Draw in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia drew a variety of emotions from the...
THE-AFC.COM Aug 16, 2025

#ACLElite set for lift off

Kuala Lumpur: The AFC Champions League Elite™ 2025/26 is ready to ignite following the League Stage Draw in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on Friday.
THE-AFC.COM Aug 15, 2025

Watch the #ACLElite League Stage Draw live

Kuala Lumpur: The continent's top 24 teams will discover the road to glory when the League Stage Draw for the AFC Champions League Elite™ (ACL...
THE-AFC.COM Aug 15, 2025

#ACLTwo hopefuls discover challengers

Kuala Lumpur: The stage is set for the AFC Champions League Two™ (ACL Two) 2025/26 following the Group Stage Draw in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on...
THE-AFC.COM Aug 15, 2025

Watch the #ACLTwo Group Stage Draw live

Kuala Lumpur: The AFC Champions League Two™ 2025/26 Group Stage Draw will be held at 15:00 (UTC+8) in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on Friday.
THE-AFC.COM Aug 15, 2025

ASEAN Wrap: Winning starts for Johor Darul Ta'zim, Persib Bandung

Kuala Lumpur: Johor Darul Ta'zim kicked off their Malaysia Super League campaign by retaining the Charity Shield with a 3-0 win over Selangor FC.
THE-AFC.COM Aug 11, 2025

Qualifiers - Group F: Japan 11-0 IR Iran; Malaysia 2-0 Guam

Kuala Lumpur: Japan confirmed their ticket to the AFC U20 Women's Asian Cup™ Thailand with an 11-0 win over Islamic Republic of Iran on Sunday.
THE-AFC.COM Aug 10, 2025

Qualifiers - Group F: Guam 0-2 IR Iran; Malaysia 0-16 Japan

Kuala Lumpur: Japan will square off against Islamic Republic of Iran after both stayed perfect in Group F of the AFC U20 Women's Asian Cup™...
THE-AFC.COM Aug 8, 2025

Hopefuls learn Road to China 2026 pathways

Kuala Lumpur: The 27 teams vying for places in the AFC U17 Women's Asian Cup™ China 2026 discovered their challengers following the Qualifiers Draw...
THE-AFC.COM Aug 7, 2025

#AFCU17 - Watch the Qualifiers Draw live

Kuala Lumpur: The Draw for the AFC U17 Asian Cup™ Saudi Arabia 2026 Qualifiers will take place on Thursday at 16:00 (UTC+8) at the AFC House in...
THE-AFC.COM Aug 7, 2025

#U17WAC - Hopefuls learn Road to China 2026 pathways

Kuala Lumpur: The 27 teams vying for places in the AFC U17 Women's Asian Cup™ China 2026 discovered their challengers following the Qualifiers Draw...
THE-AFC.COM Aug 7, 2025

#U17WAC - Watch the Qualifiers Draw live

Kuala Lumpur: The Qualifiers Draw ceremony for the AFC U17 Women's Asian Cup™ China 2026 will take place at the AFC House in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia...
THE-AFC.COM Aug 7, 2025

Qualifiers - Group F: Japan 5-0 Guam; IR Iran 3-0 Malaysia

Kuala Lumpur: Japan started their AFC U20 Women's Asian Cup™ Thailand 2026 Qualifiers Group F campaign with an emphatic 5-0 win over Guam on...
THE-AFC.COM Aug 6, 2025

Jail for Inverness takeaway worker who made false asylum claim

Malaysian Tick Beng Lew applied for asylum as a Chinese refugee under the fake name of Ming Liu.
PRESSANDJOURNAL.CO.UK Aug 6, 2025

#AFCU17 and #U17WAC hopefuls to discover Qualifiers journey

Kuala Lumpur: The qualifying pathways for the next editions of Asia's U17 national team showpieces will be unveiled on August 7 (Thursday) at the...
THE-AFC.COM Aug 5, 2025

Liverpool vs. Athletic Bilbao (2X) Pre-Season 2025: Lineups, Preview, and How to Watch

Photo by Nikki Dyer - LFC/Liverpool FC via Getty Images The Reds take on Bilbao in a pair of Monday friendlies—and a brief note on TLO...
SBNATION.COM Aug 4, 2025

Awudu Issaka recounts prison encounter with Jesus Christ during time in Malaysia

Former Ghana international Awudu Issaka has spoken publicly about a transformative spiritual experience he says occurred during his time in a...
GHANASOCCERNET.COM Jul 29, 2025

Liverpool vs. AC Milan Pre-Season 2025 Preview & How to Watch

Liverpool continue their preseason against AC Milan from Hong Kong. LIVERPOOL VS AC MILAN | Saturday, July 26th | Pre-Season | SomeStadium 12:30PM...
SBNATION.COM Jul 26, 2025

Best-ever AFC Medical Conference commended by AFC Medical Committee

Kuala Lumpur: The breakthrough impact of the 8th AFC Medical Conference, which concluded on Friday, was praised by the AFC Medical Committee at its...
THE-AFC.COM Jul 26, 2025

Ex-Wanderer Zach Clough opens up about his new challenge in Malaysia

Ex-Wanderer Zach Clough on his new challenge in the Malaysian Super League and why it wasn't just a football decision
THE BOLTON NEWS Jul 25, 2025

Former Wigan Athletic, Bolton Wanderers and Nottingham Forest midfielder set for new start in Malaysia

Jetsetting former Wigan Athletic midfielder Zach Clough has moved from Australia to Malaysia for a new challenge with Super League outfit Selangor.
WIGAN TODAY Jul 25, 2025

8th AFC Medical Conference reaffirms commitment to athlete care

Kuala Lumpur: The 8th AFC Medical Conference concluded on Friday in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, bringing down the curtain on three days of scientific...
THE-AFC.COM Jul 25, 2025

Landmark AFC Medical Conference returns to Kuala Lumpur

Kuala Lumpur: The 8th AFC Medical Conference 2025 commenced on Wednesday in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, reaffirming the Asian Football Confederation...
THE-AFC.COM Jul 23, 2025

Remembering Arsenal's first trip to Asia in 1968

Bob Wilson and David Court share their memories about our pioneering trip to Japan and Malaysia nearly 60 years ago
ARSENAL.COM Jul 20, 2025

Ghanaian midfielder Alex Agyarkwa moves to Negeri Sembilan in Malaysia on loan

Malaysian outfit Negeri Sembilan FC have reinforced their midfield with the acquisition of Ghanaian midfielder Alex Agyarkwa, who joins the club on...
GHANASOCCERNET.COM Jul 16, 2025

Ghanaian forward Joseph Esso joins Malaysian club Negeri Sembilan FC

Negeri Sembilan FC have pulled off an exciting coup with the signing of Ghanaian forward Joseph Esso, a proven goal scorer who now becomes the...
GHANASOCCERNET.COM Jul 16, 2025

Premier League fans in Asia want to feel valued – and not just as a source of revenue

Pre-season trips to Asia may not be new for English clubs, but they remain a huge global engagement opportunityFifty years ago, Arsenal lost 2-0 to...
THE GUARDIAN Jul 15, 2025

8th AFC Medical Conference set to kick off in Kuala Lumpur

Kuala Lumpur: More than 700 medical professionals will convene in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, as the AFC Medical Conference returns to the home of...
THE-AFC.COM Jul 15, 2025

Preston North End vs. Liverpool Pre-Season 2025 Preview & How to Watch

Photo by Lewis Storey/Getty Images Dek: Liverpool start their preseason against Preston North End from Deepdale. PRESTON NORTH END VS...
SBNATION.COM Jul 13, 2025

Road to 26 Playoffs draw to set stage for remaining contenders

Kuala Lumpur: The six teams still in the running for FIFA World Cup 2026 qualification will discover their remaining battle paths at the AFC Asian...
THE-AFC.COM Jul 11, 2025

Brian Barry-Murphy left stunned by Cardiff City star's magic as player impresses new boss on return

The Bluebirds boss spoke after the club's agonising 2-2 draw against Malaysian side Johor Darul Ta'zim
WALESONLINE.CO.UK Jul 10, 2025

Aspetar the Premier Partner for 8th AFC Medical Conference Kuala Lumpur 2025

Kuala Lumpur: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) announced Aspetar Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine Hospital as the Premier Partner of the 8th AFC...
THE-AFC.COM Jul 10, 2025

Aspetar confirmed as Premier Partner for 8th AFC Medical Conference Kuala Lumpur 2025

Kuala Lumpur: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) announced Aspetar Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine Hospital as the Premier Partner of the 8th AFC...
THE-AFC.COM Jul 10, 2025

Jordi signs for Persija

Jakarta: Indonesia defender Jordi Amat has joined Persija Jakarta after leaving Malaysia Super League champions Johor Darul Ta'zim last month.
THE-AFC.COM Jul 6, 2025

Qualifiers - Group H: DPR Korea 6-0 Malaysia

Dushanbe: DPR Korea sealed their place at AFC Women's Asian Cup Australia 2026™ in style after defeating Malaysia 6-0 to finish top of Group H of...
THE-AFC.COM Jul 5, 2025

Watch the #AWCL Preliminary Stage draw live

Kuala Lumpur: The draw for the AFC Women's Champions League™ 2025/26 Preliminary Stage will take place at 15:00 (UTC+8) on Thursday at the AFC...
THE-AFC.COM Jul 3, 2025

#AWCL Preliminary Stage draw finalised

Kuala Lumpur: The hopefuls learnt their journey to glory following the conclusion of the AFC Women's Champions League™ 2025/26 Preliminary Stage...
THE-AFC.COM Jul 3, 2025

Gareth Bale-led consortium submits offer to buy Cardiff from Vincent Tan

Former Wales star had stated interest last monthGroup is thought to include investors from the USA consortium spearheaded by Gareth Bale has...
THE GUARDIAN Jul 2, 2025

Qualifiers - Group H: Tajikistan 0-1 Malaysia

Dushanbe: Malaysia edged Tajikistan with a stoppage time goal as they stayed in the race for a spot in the AFC Women's Asian Cup Australia 2026™...
THE-AFC.COM Jul 2, 2025

Gareth Bale-fronted consortium tables big-money offer for Cardiff City as Tottenham & Real Madrid legend looks to follow in Ryan Reynolds' & Tom Brady's footsteps

Gareth Bale has taken a significant step toward owning the club he supported as a child, by leading a consortium that has formally submitted a £40...
GOAL.COM Jul 2, 2025

Cornelli, Nurul Azurin pleased with Malaysia's winning start

Dushanbe: Malaysia got off to a positive start in their bid to reach the AFC Women's Asian Cup Australia 2026™ with the 1-0 win against Palestine...
THE-AFC.COM Jun 30, 2025

Record cast set for #AWCL Preliminary Stage draw

Kuala Lumpur: The road to glory in the AFC Women's Champions League™ 2025/26 will be charted on July 3, 2025 (Thursday) when the draw for the...
THE-AFC.COM Jun 30, 2025

Qualifiers - Group H: Malaysia 1-0 Palestine

Dushanbe: A late goal secured Malaysia a 1-0 win over Palestine in their AFC Women's Asian Cup Australia 2026™ Qualifiers Group H tie on Sunday.
THE-AFC.COM Jun 29, 2025

#ACFutsal Qualifiers draw finalised

Kuala Lumpur: The 31 teams aiming to appear in the AFC Futsal Asian Cup™ Indonesia 2026 learnt their opponents following the Qualifiers draw at the...
THE-AFC.COM Jun 26, 2025

Watch the #ACFutsal Qualifiers draw live

Kuala Lumpur: The draw for the AFC Futsal Asian Cup™ Indonesia 2026 Qualifiers takes place at the AFC House in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia at 15:00...
THE-AFC.COM Jun 26, 2025

United Archive: Malaysia '95

United Archive | The Reds travelled to Malayia in 1995 for our pre-season tour.
MANUTD.COM Jun 25, 2025

#ACFutsal draw to unveil Indonesia 2026 Qualifiers journey

Kuala Lumpur: The road to the AFC Futsal Asian Cup™ Indonesia 2026 will be revealed on June 26, 2025 (Thursday) when the official Qualifiers draw...
THE-AFC.COM Jun 23, 2025

5th AFC Coach Education Conference inspires brighter future

Kuala Lumpur: The 5th AFC Coach Education Conference successfully concluded on Thursday in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, further underlining the Asian...
THE-AFC.COM Jun 19, 2025

5th AFC Coach Education Conference aims to strengthen Continent's tacticians

Kuala Lumpur: The 5th AFC Coach Education Conference commenced on Tuesday, bringing together more than 100 tutors from across the Asian Football...
THE-AFC.COM Jun 17, 2025

Nhận định cuộc chiến Malaysia vs Việt Nam lúc 17:00 ngày 10/06

Malaysia vs Việt Nam sẽ là trận cầu tâm điểm thu hút mọi sự chú ý tại bảng F Vòng loại Asian Cup 2027, diễn ra vào lúc 17:00 ngày 10/06. Cuộc đối...
THE BLUE ROOM Jun 11, 2025

Cklamovski: Malaysia's discipline secured victory against Vietnam

Kuala Lumpur: Head coach Peter Cklamovski hailed Malaysia's collective performance after his side produced a scintillating second-half display to...
THE-AFC.COM Jun 11, 2025

Qualifiers - Group F: Malaysia 4-0 Vietnam

Kuala Lumpur: Malaysia turned on the power in the second half to defeat Vietnam 4-0 in their AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ Qualifiers Final...
THE-AFC.COM Jun 10, 2025

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, 2025

Everton coach to combine roles after Tim Cahill endorsement as new summer prospect put forward

Jose Baxter, Everton's youngest ever player in a league game, has taken up new role with Malaysia
LIVERPOOL ECHO Jun 7, 2025

Everton Record-Breaker Begins New Joint-Role With National Team

It is not unusual to see footballers jetting off to every corner of the globe during the summer break. For Everton Under-16s Coach Jose Baxter, his...
EVERTON FC OFFICIAL SITE Jun 7, 2025

Munoz takes charge of Johor Darul Ta'zim

Kuala Lumpur: Malaysian champions Johor Darul Ta'zim (JDT) Football Club have appointed Xisco Munoz as their head coach.
THE-AFC.COM Jun 7, 2025

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, 2025

Wins for Chinese Taipei, Malaysia, Uzbekistan

Kuala Lumpur: Malaysia, Chinese Taipei and Uzbekistan recorded victories in international friendlies on Tuesday.
THE-AFC.COM Jun 3, 2025

Manchester United's debacle in Asia boosts case against post-season tours

Clubs want to make money and engage fans, but what of the physical toll on tired players and environmental costs?As the dust settles on Manchester...
THE GUARDIAN Jun 3, 2025

14th Knowledge Sharing Programme kicks off

Kuala Lumpur: The latest edition of the Asian Football Confederation (AFC)'s landmark Knowledge Sharing Programme (KSP) commenced on Tuesday in...
THE-AFC.COM Jun 3, 2025

PFA chief Molango voices concern over impact of post-season tours on players

No solution to football's bloated schedule in sight‘Quite a few players have expressed concern'Maheta Molango, the chief executive of the...
THE GUARDIAN Jun 2, 2025

Preview: Malaysia vs. Cape Verde - prediction, team news, lineups

Sports Mole previews Tuesday's friendly clash between Malaysia and Cape Verde, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
SPORTSMOLE.CO.UK Jun 1, 2025

Alejandro Garnacho fires one word message after returning from Man Utd post-season tour

Manchester United have returned from a post-season tour of Malaysia and Hong Kong and Alejandro Garnacho appeared to be delighted that the trip has...
MIRROR Jun 1, 2025

Man United legend David Beckham gives brutally honest appraisal of the team's recent behaviour - following 'disrespectful' incidents in the club's disastrous post-season tour

After defeat to Tottenham in the Europa League final capped off what was already a historically poor campaign for the club, Ruben Amorim's side...
DAILY MAIL ONLINE Jun 1, 2025

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, 2025

'Man United pair refused to travel on post-season Asia tour'

Man United had two players push back against travel to Asia for their post-season tour of Malaysia and Hong Kong and subsequently did not...
FOOTBALLINSIDER247.COM May 31, 2025

Alejandro Garnacho aims pointed dig at Man United's nightmare post-season tour as Ruben Amorim's squad return home from Asia

The Argentine, who looks set to leave Old Trafford in the summer after a spat with Ruben Amorim , was the centre of attention during United's...
DAILY MAIL ONLINE May 31, 2025

Alejandro Garnacho makes Manchester United feelings clear with one-word message

Latest Manchester United news following their post-season tour in Malaysia and Hong Kong
MANCHESTER EVENING NEWS May 31, 2025

Alejandro Garnacho told ‘don’t come back’ as Man Utd outcast takes parting shot in one-word Instagram post

ALEJANDRO GARNACHO was told “don't come back” after the Manchester United outcast took a parting shot in a one-word Instagram. Garnacho's Old...
THE SUN May 31, 2025

Inside Man Utd's disastrous post-season tour - Fuming stars, farcical scenes, 'stag do' claim

Manchester United flew out to Malaysia and Hong Kong for a post-season tour immediately after their disastrous 2024-25 season ended, and some...
MIRROR May 31, 2025

Man Utd star breaks silence on bus parade shame as club earn £8m

Manchester United were mocked by rival fans for parading around Malaysia on an open-top bus.
EXPRESS May 31, 2025

Malaysia vs Cape Verde Prediction and Betting Tips | June 3, 2025 

Malaysia and Cape Verde meet for the second time in a week in a friendly at the Bukit Jalil National Stadium in Kuala Lumpur on Tuesday.
SPORTSKEEDA May 31, 2025

‘This is embarrassing' - Man United fans fume over goalkeeper blunder but ‘disastrous' post-season tour ends in win

Manchester United fans were left red faced after a goalkeeping error kicked off their final post-season fixture. Facing the Hong Kong national team...
TALKSPORT May 30, 2025

Man Utd player ratings vs Hong Kong, 9/10 Chido Obi brilliant as 2/10 teammate sealed his fate

Manchester United completed the post-season tour of Asia on Friday with a 3-1 win over Hong Kong. In response to being booed in Malaysia on...
UNITED IN FOCUS May 30, 2025

Alejandro Garnacho 'filmed PUSHING fan' as Man United's miserable post-season tour hits a new low - just a day after Amad Diallo stuck his middle finger up at fans in Malaysia

New footage has emerged of the United outcast, who is set to leave Old Trafford in the summer, appearing to 'push' a supporter as he strided...
DAILY MAIL ONLINE May 30, 2025

No respect for people who insult my mum – Man United’s Diallo

Ivory Coast international Amad Diallo has responded to fans who allegedly abused the Manchester United winger in Malaysia.
AFRICANFOOTBALL.COM May 30, 2025

Collymore’s column: 9/10 season for Chelsea, Thierry Henry comments are great, Malaysia embarrassment for Man United, and more

In his exclusive column for CaughtOffside, former England striker Stan Collymore discusses some of football’s biggest talking points, including...
CAUGHTOFFSIDE May 30, 2025

"Don't regret it what I did": United star explains shocking gesture in post-season trip to Malaysia

Manchester United forward Amad has insisted he held up his middle finger… The post “Don’t reget what I did”: Amad explains why he showed fan middle...
THEPEOPLESPERSON.COM May 29, 2025

Amad Diallo says he ‘does not regret' obscene gesture to fans in Malaysia

Winger claims fans outside hotel insulted his motherManchester United back Amad over ‘personal abuse'The Manchester United winger Amad Diallo has...
THE GUARDIAN May 29, 2025

Matheus Cunha is the perfect mentor for Man Utd starlet who Ruben Amorim rates highly, they share rare skill - Opinion

Manchester United’s post-season tour of Asia started in disastrous fashion, which was not well received in Malaysia. Losing 1-0 to an ASEAN...
UNITED IN FOCUS May 29, 2025

Man Utd star Amad explains why he showed middle finger to football fan in Malaysia

Amad was named on the bench for Manchester United's post-season friendly against the ASEAN All-Star in Malaysia and was introduced as a second half...
DAILY STAR May 29, 2025

'I don't regret what I did' - Amad Diallo defends himself after showing middle finger to fans as Man Utd star insists they insulted his mum on post-season Malaysia tour

Amad Diallo has responded to the criticism he received for showing fans the middle finger after Manchester United lost a post-season friendly in...
GOAL.COM May 29, 2025

Manchester United star Amad reveals why he showed middle finger to fan

Amad was caught on camera putting his middle finger up in the direction of supporters in the Malaysian capital of Kuala Lumpur - and he has now...
MIRROR May 29, 2025

Hong Kong vs Man Utd: Start time, TV channel, live stream and team news for post-season friendly

MANCHESTER UNITED face Hong Kong just two days after suffering a shock defeat in Malaysia. The Red Devils kicked off their post-season tour with...
THE SUN May 29, 2025

Man Utd star Amad explains why he showed middle finger to fan in emotional message

Manchester United winger Amad has broken his silence after showing his middle finger to a fan in Malaysia.
EXPRESS May 29, 2025

Amad explains gesture to fans in Malaysia

Manchester United winger Amad Diallo has said he held up his middle finger to the crowd outside the team's hotel in Kuala Lumpur after insults were...
ESPN May 29, 2025

Revealed: Why Man Utd star Amad Diallo was seen brandishing his middle finger at fans in Malaysia during post-season tour

The reason for Amad Diallo giving fans the middle finger during Manchester United’s post-season trip to Malaysia has been revealed.
GOAL.COM May 29, 2025
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