Aston Villa confirm two new pre-season friendlies in Indonesia and Thailand
Aston Villa have announced the addition of two more pre-season friendlies in the Far East
Eric Cantona declares how many goals per season he would score if he was playing in today’s era
Eric Cantona was the guest of honour at a recent fan event in Thailand and gave his thoughts on the modern game. Truth be told,...
Matchday Memories: On This Day 1972 – Bob’s Sky Blues Go Thai & Draw Pele With Santos!
On this day (June 13th) back in 1972 caretaker Sky Blue gaffer Bob Dennison had taken his players on a tour of the Far East. They had played and...
York College tutor helps England to Senior World Cup glory
York College sports tutor Matty Wain has just returned from Thailand having helped another England football team taste international success.
MOT View: Incoming Leeds talent has football's toughest label to escape once move's done
Silva Mexes could join a rare club in making the move from Manchester United across to Leeds United.The two rivals hate each other, explaining why...
World Cup Winners! Ex-Cheltenham Town quartet celebrate England glory
Cureton and Hayles were both on target as England thrashed France 4-0 in Thailand to claim their ninth Seniors World Cup title
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...
Chambers and Norris Help England to Win Seniors World Cup
Former Blues skippers Luke Chambers and David Norris were part of the England Seniors side which thrashed France 4-0 to carry off the Seniors World...
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...
Thailand cancelled, USA booked - The Bristol City legend ensuring the Reds are at the World Cup
Bristol Live caught up with Bristol City legend, Scott Murray, who is heading to the United States for the 2026 World Cup
Matchday Memories: On This Day 1972 – Sky Blues Beat Japan In Land Of Rising Sun!
On this day (4th June) in 1972 the Sky Blues were in the middle of a Far Eastern tour of South Korea, Japan and Thailand. They had just finished...
Thailand vs Kuwait - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Friday's International Friendlies clash between Thailand and Kuwait, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
He's at it again: Portsmouth hero among goals after England World Cup call-up for ex-Fratton Park trio
England have won the Thailand tournament a record eight times
The new sponsorship deal that spells very bad news for West Ham United
West Ham United still have not confirmed their front-of-shirt sponsor for next season after the one year long association with Boyle Sports comes...
Former Plymouth Argyle quartet playing for England at Seniors World Cup
Karl Duguid, Barry Hayles, Luke McCormick and David Norris are part of the England squad for the over-40s tournament in Thailand
ASEAN Wrap: Buriram complete treble; Manila Digger take Philippines title
Kuala Lumpur: Buriram United had to work hard to add the Thai FA Cup to their trophy cabinet, edging Prachuap 1-0 in the final on Sunday.
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...
VETS ALL SET TO DEFEND WORLD CROWN
By Neil Harvey READY: England’s veterans VAUXHALL MOTORS’ Kevin Ellison and new Margate boss Jamie Coyle are among the veterans in Thailand aiming...
Matchday Memories: On This Day 1978 – Milne’s Men Make Japan Cup Progress In Thailand!
On this day (25th May) in 1978, still managed by Gordon Milne, the Sky Blues were back in the Far East, this time in the land of the rising sun...
Thai rescuers join effort to free seven people trapped in Laos cave
Seven have been stuck in flooded cave in central Laos for five days after heavy rain caused landslidesDivers who helped in the dramatic rescue of a...
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...
Hammers Miss Out On Lucrative Front-Of-Shirt Sponsor
As the 2025/26 season comes to a close, it means that the Premier League's ban of betting front-of-shirt sponsors will officially be introduced,...
Ghanaian midfielder Richmond Darko gets contract extension at Chonburi FC
Ghanaian midfielder Richmond Darko has signed a contract extension with Thai club Chonburi FC ahead of the 2026/27 football season.The 23-year-old...
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,...
Why billions of people could miss out on watching the World Cup
Fifa is yet to secure broadcasting agreements in China, India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Thailand, and Myanmar
Kingsley Schindlerâs 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...
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...
#AFCU17 - Group A: Thailand 2-2 Myanmar
Jeddah: Thailand fought back from two goals down to force a 2-2 stalemate with Myanmar in their concluding AFC U17 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026™...
Ghanaian midfielder Emmanuel Toku celebrates Thai league triumph with family
Former Ghana U17 star, Emmanuel Toku was joined by his family to celebrate Buriram United's league triumph in Thailand. The Ghanaian winger joined...
#U17WAC - Q-final: DPR Korea 6-0 Thailand
Suzhou: Defending champions DPR Korea advanced to the AFC U17 Women's Asian Cup China 2026™ semi-finals after overpowering Thailand 6-0 in their...
How much West Ham's new shirt sponsor could be worth as huge company sets £70bn target
West Ham remain on the hunt for a new front-of-shirt sponsor, with the club having held talks with the Tourism Authority of Thailand. The...
#U17WAC - Group A: China PR 6-0 Thailand
Suzhou: China PR defeated Thailand 6-0 to complete a perfect AFC U17 Women's Asian Cup China 2026™ Group A campaign on Thursday.
FIFA World Cup 2026: Will one-third of the world be left in the dark?
Millions in Asia, including India, China, and Thailand, face uncertainty over watching the FIFA World Cup 2026 due to delayed broadcast rights....
#U17WAC - Preview - Group A: MD3
Suzhou: Already qualified China PR will look to seal the Group A top spot when they take on Thailand in the AFC U17 Women's Asian Cup China 2026™...
#AFCU17 - Group A: Tajikistan 2-0 Thailand
Jeddah: Tajikistan secured a hard-fought 2-0 win over Thailand in their AFC U17 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026™ Group A opener at the King Abdullah...
#U17WAC - Group A: Myanmar 0-1 Thailand
Suzhou: Thailand had to work hard before edging Myanmar 1-0 in their AFC U17 Women's Asian Cup China 2026™ Group A tie on Monday.
#U17WAC - Group A: Thailand 2-2 Vietnam
Suzhou: Vietnam twice came from behind to hold Thailand to a 2-2 draw in their AFC U17 Women's Asian Cup China 2026™ Group A opener at the Suzhou...
BBC bombshell says King Power possibly can't afford Leicester rebuild
A recent bombshell emanating from Thailand but carried by the BBC says King Power possibly can't afford Leicester City's requisite rebuild
Tottenham graduate Andros Townsend fights Thailand relegation after five managers in one season
Former Tottenham Hotspur star Andros Townsend, who once thrived on the flanks of White Hart Lane, now finds his professional career following a...
#U20WAC - Vote for your best goal of the Knockout Stage
Pathum Thani: The knockout stage of the AFC U20 Women's Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ delivered drama, flair and breathtaking moments as the continent's...
#U20WAC: Facts & Figures
Pathum Thani: The AFC U20 Women's Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ came to a thrilling conclusion on Saturday with Japan crowned champions after edging DPR...
Shaikh Salman lauds expanded #U20WAC format as Japan reclaim crown
Kuala Lumpur: Asian Football Confederation (AFC) President Shaikh Salman bin Ebrahim Al Khalifa has extended his warmest congratulations...
Proud Ijiri to push Japan even harder
Pathum Thani: Head coach Akira Ijiri thanked his players for producing maximum effort in Japan's AFC U20 Women's Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ title win...
Han vows sharper DPR Korea at global challenge
Pathum Thani: DPR Korea head coach Han Chol Hak cut a disappointed figure after seeing his side edged 1-0 by Japan in the AFC U20 Women's Asian Cup...
Japan edge DPR Korea to lift title
Pathum Thani: Japan upstaged a dominant DPR Korea 1-0 to emerge champions of the AFC U20 Women's Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ at the Thammasat Stadium...
Japan's Fukushima receives Most Valuable Player honour
Pathum Thani: Noa Fukushima won the AFC U20 Women's Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ Most Valuable Player award as the Japan midfielder finished the...
DPR Korea's Ok I emerges Top Scorer
Pathum Thani: Pak Ok I won the AFC U20 Women's Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ Top Scorer award after the DPR Korea midfielder closed the continental...
DPR Korea's Ju Gyong named Best Goalkeeper
Pathum Thani: Pak Ju Gyong's outstanding performances between the posts earned the DPR Korea custodian Best Goalkeeper honours at the AFC U20...
Ri focused on steering DPR Korea to glory
Pathum Thani: For Ri Ji Song, her mission in the AFC U20 Women's Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ final against Japan on Saturday is clear - help DPR Korea...
AFC Referee Academy graduate to referee #U20WAC Final
Pathum Thani: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has appointed China PR's Mu Mingxin to take charge of the AFC U20 Women's Asian Cup Thailand...
Preview - Q-final: Buriram United (THA) v Shabab Al Ahli (UAE)
Jeddah: Belief and focus will be the key ingredients when Thailand's Buriram United and Shabab Al Ahli of the United Arab Emirates face off in the...
Preview - Final: Japan v DPR Korea
Pathum Thani: Japan and DPR Korea are set for an epic encounter in the final of the AFC U20 Women's Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ on Saturday.
Higuchi ready to lead Japan's charge
Pathum Thani: When Japan take on DPR Korea in the AFC U20 Women's Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ final on Saturday, much of their balance will rest on...
Ri focused on steering DPR Korea to title
Pathum Thani: For Ri Ji Song, her mission in the AFC U20 Women's Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ final against Japan on Saturday is clear - help DPR Korea...
Road to Final: Japan
Pathum Thani: Japan made it look easy in making their way into the final of the AFC U20 Women's Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ with a perfect five-match...
Road to Final: DPR Korea
Pathum Thani: DPR Korea gave no quarter en route to the final of the AFC U20 Women's Asian Cup Thailand 2026™, but will face their toughest test...
Know Your Coach: Han Chol Hak (DPR Korea)
Pathum Thani: Han Chol Hak is relishing the opportunity to become only the third head coach in DPR Korea's history to lift the title ahead of their...
Know Your Coach: Akira Ijiri (Japan)
Pathum Thani: Akira Ijiri is one match away from steering Japan to a record-extending seventh AFC U20 Women's Asian Cup™ crown, with his charges to...
Ijiri credits collective effort for Japan's triumph
Pathum Thani: Head coach Akira Ijiri credited a collective team effort for Japan's win against China PR in the semi-finals of the AFC U20 Women's...
China PR failed to cope with early pressure, admits Bell
Thammasat: China PR head coach Colin Bell attributed Japan's explosive start for his side's 2-0 defeat in their AFC U20 Women's Asian Cup Thailand...
DPR Korea focused on completing title mission, says Kang
Pathum Thani: Kang Ryu Mi says DPR Korea will spare no effort in their bid to retain the title after helping her side to a commanding 3-0 victory...
Park: Korea Republic will learn from heartbreak
Pathum Thani: Korea Republic head coach Park Youn-jeong expressed pride in her players despite a 3-0 defeat to DPR Korea in their AFC U20 Women's...
Kerr inspires Australia; Thailand triumph
Nairobi: Australia and Thailand continued their fine form in the Women's FIFA Series 2026 by defeating Kenya and Congo DR respectively to secure...
S-final: Japan turn on the style against China PR
Thammasat: Japan put on a commanding performance to beat China PR 2-0 in their AFC U20 Women's Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ semi-final at the Thammasat...
S-final: DPR Korea power past Korea Republic
Pathum Thani: DPR Korea moved within one match of retaining their title after defeating Korea Republic 3-0 in their AFC U20 Women's Asian Cup...
Preview - SF: China PR v Japan
Thammasat: China PR have full confidence that they will get the better of Japan when the sides meet in their AFC U20 Women's Asian Cup Thailand...
Preview - SF: DPR Korea v Korea Republic
Pathum Thani: Reigning champions DPR Korea will be aiming for a second win in as many matches when they lock horns with Korea Republic in the AFC...
Oh and Ri relishing face-off
Pathum Thani: Korea Republic's Oh Dan-bi and DPR Korea's Ri Su-jong will take centre stage when their sides meet in the semi-finals of the AFC U20...
Japan's Iwasaki, China PR's Yu ready to excel
Thammasat: Japan's Uruha Iwasaki and China PR's Yue Xingyue are aiming to improve their individual performances when their sides meet in the...
Relieved Park applauds Korea Republic's grit
Pathum Thani: Head coach Park Youn-jeong admitted Korea Republic were put through the wringer before securing a 2-1 victory over Thailand in their...
Nuengrutai: Luck not on Thailand's side
Pathum Thani: Thailand head coach Nuengrutai Srathongvian cut a dejected figure after her side's 2-1 defeat to Korea Republic in the quarter-finals...
Han hails DPR Korea for passing stiff test
Pathum Thani: DPR Korea head coach Han Chol Hok was full of praise for his charges as they booked their place in the last four of the AFC U20...
Australia exit with pride, says Epakis
Pathum Thani: As Australia's journey at the AFC U20 Women's Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ was halted by DPR Korea in Sunday's quarter-final clash, head...
Thailand shine; Indonesia, Pakistan suffer losses
Ratchaburi: Thailand defeated New Caledonia 4-0 as they kicked off their FIFA Series campaign in style on Sunday.
ASEAN Wrap: Buriram, Svay Rieng canter to glory
Kuala Lumpur: Buriram United retained their Thai League title with four matches to spare following a 2-0 win over Ayutthaya United on Sunday.
Q-final: Thailand 1-2 Korea Republic
Pathim Thani: Korea Republic squeezed into the last four of the AFC U20 Women's Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ with a 2-1 win against a spirited Thailand...
Q-final: DPR Korea 3-0 Australia
Pathum Thani: DPR Korea remained flawless as they handed Australia a 3-0 defeat in the AFC U20 Women's Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ quarter-finals at...
Town Duo in UAE Squad For Training Camp
Town academy duo Jayden Adetiba and Josh Bentley have been named in a UAE U17s squad for a training camp in Thailand which runs from this weekend...
Panov proud of Uzbekistan's journey
Pathum Thani: Heartbreak and pride were the two emotions Vladimir Panov was grappling with as his Uzbekistan side exited the AFC U20 Women's Asian...
Relief and joy for China PR's Bell
Pathum Thani: China PR head coach Colin Bell was delighted as his side punched their ticket to the last four of the AFC U20 Women's Asian Cup...
Bittersweet win for Japan's Ijiri
Pathum Thani: Head coach Akira Ijiri was left with mixed feelings after Japan's dominant win over Vietnam in the quarter-finals of the AFC U20...
Masahiko optimistic despite Vietnam's exit
Pathum Thani: Vietnam have much to look forward to despite making their exit from the AFC U20 Women's Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ on Saturday.
Q-final: China PR 2-1 Uzbekistan
Pathum Thani: China PR sealed their place in the last four of the AFC U20 Women's Asian Cup Thailand 2026 after defeating Uzbekistan 2-1 in the...
Q-final: Japan 4-0 Vietnam
Pathum Thani: Japan cruised into the last four stage of the AFC U20 Women's Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ by overpowering Vietnam 4-0 in their...
Preview - QF: Thailand v Korea Republic
Pathum Thani: Thailand will aim to pull off a major upset when they face Korea Republic in the quarter-finals of the AFC U20 Women's Asian Cup...
Preview - QF: DPR Korea v Australia
Pathum Thani: Australia head coach Alexander Epakis is expecting an improved showing from his side against defending champions DPR Korea in...
Preview - QF: China PR v Uzbekistan
Pathum Thani: The respective head coaches of China PR and Uzbekistan are keeping their plans under wraps ahead of Saturday's AFC U20 Women's Asian...
Preview - QF: Japan v Vietnam
Pathum Thani: Vietnam will have to tread carefully when they take on six-time champions Japan in their AFC U20 Women's Asian Cup Thailand 2026™...
#U20WAC - Vote for your best goal of the Group Stage
Pathum Thani: The group stage of the AFC U20 Women's Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ delivered a host of stunning goals, with the continent's rising stars...
Pak leading DPR Korea by example
Pathum Thani: DPR Korea's Pak Ok I's game revolves around teamwork and cooperation - aspects that have propelled her to the forefront of the AFC...
