Read what was discussed in the AFC’s most recent Youth Panel!
AFC Coach Education Panel Meeting: Highlights and Insights
Discover the highlights from the recent AFC Coach Education Panel Meeting!
AFC to launch Integrity Education Programme to combat corruption
The AFC is set to launch its new AFC Integrity Education Programme 2025. How does the programme aim to combat match fixing and corruption?
FIFA set new global benchmark for Women’s Football Development
FIFA’s Bold Plan: 60 Million Women Footballers by 2027 – Can They Pull It Off?
The AFC and Visa Renew Partnership
The AFC has renewed its key partnership with Visa in an exciting move. What will the partnership mean for fans?
Landmark AFC Programme champions gender equity in football
AFC Takes Bold Step for Women in Football with Groundbreaking Empowerment Programme!
AFC anti-doping webinar aims to modernise practices
The Asian Football Confederation’s latest anti-doping webinar aimed to educate Member Associations about the AFC Anti-Doping Activities and Monitoring System. What is it and how will it modernise Asian anti-doping practices?
AFC hosts first Regional Associations Workshop since 2019
The AFC has hosted the AFC Regional Associations Workshop for the first time since 2019! Here’s what happened!
Stadiums and dates confirmed for Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027
When and where will the AFC Asian Cup 2027 take place?
First AFC football eSports Forum looks to the future
The first ever AFC Football eSports Forum just concluded. What happened?
Melbourne should have been apart of Women’s Asia Cup 2026
The AFC will ratify Perth, Sydney and the Gold Coast as hosts of the Women’s Asia Cup 2026. Here’s why Melbourne’s exclusion is a travesty!
PFA Annual Report Highlights Key Concerns for A-League Players
Record transfer fees, rising attendance, but shocking player welfare concerns revealed in PFA’s A-League report!
AFC medical course shares valuable knowledge with key regions
AFC Initiates Medical Course with ASEAN and East. What Will It Achieve?
AFC Women’s Football Conference 2024 proclaims optimistic future
Game-Changer for Women’s Football? AFC Women’s Conference 2024 Sparks Bright Future!
Football Australia confirmed stadiums for Women’s Asian Cup 2026
Mark Your Calendars: AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2026 Dates and Locations Revealed!
AFC Grassroots Panel confirms desire to grow football in Asia
How the AFC is Revolutionising Football to Dominate Asia’s Sports Scene!
AFC aligns with AIAC for improved football dispute resolution
Major Power Move: Asian Football Confederation Teams Up with Asian International Arbitration Centre in Groundbreaking Deal!
AFC and IBIA partner to combat match-fixing in Asian football
AFC fights back: How Asian football is battling the match-fixing epidemic
Football Australia leads nationwide academy program
Football Australia (FA) in collaboration with member federations will operate an academy program initiative to nurture youthful Australian talent. The …
Football Australia has made key selections for the AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2026
Football Australia has appointed two senior leaders to the Local Organising Committee (LOC) for the AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2026™, …
AFC sign a deal with Earthlink for AFC Asian Qualifiers
The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has confirmed Earthlink, a telecommunications provider, as an Official Regional Partner for the AFC Asian …
Football Australia and Paramount Australia confirm historic multi-year media rights deal
Football Australia has confirmed that Paramount Australia, the parent company of Network 10 and Paramount+, will be the official broadcaster …
Football Australia joins with the Australian Government in supporting Pacific football
Football Australia has partnered with the Australian Government to support the growth of elite football in the neighbouring Pacific nations. …
VAR to be introduced at AFC club competitions for next season
The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has confirmed the implementation of the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) system across its revamped three-tier …
Australia awarded hosting rights for the AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2026
Football Australia have announced that the country has been awarded the hosting rights for the 2026 edition of the AFC …
Graham Arnold speaks at AFC National Coaches Conference
Socceroos’ Head Coach Graham Arnold addressed the 3rd Asian Football Confederation (AFC) National Coaches Conference on Thursday, 9 May in …
AFC Technical Committee create new awards to improve standards
The AFC Technical Committee had its second meeting last weekend in Doha, Qatar on the eve of the AFC U23 …
Football Australia reveals AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2026 host cities
Football Australia has confirmed that New South Wales, Queensland and Western Australia have been chosen as the host states put …
AFC announce Pepperstone collaboration amidst massive Asian Cup tournament
The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has welcomed Pepperstone as Official Regional Partner for the ongoing Asian Cup tournament in Qatar. …
AFC and Visit Saudi team up for global sponsorship
The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has named Visit Saudi as an Official Global Partner till December 2024. The collaboration will …
“You really don’t know which way your career is going to go” – Aurelio Vidmar on Asian football exploits
Aurelio Vidmar sees the impending reduction of Australian qualifying slots in the Asian Champions League as a ‘real disappointment’, but …
Sportdigital confirmed as a media broadcaster for AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023
The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has expanded its media collaboration with Sportdigital to showcase the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023 …
Chris Nikou re-elected to the ASEAN Football Federation Council
The Association of South East Nations (ASEAN) Football Federation (AFF) Council has re-elected Football Australia Chair Chris Nikou on a …
FIFA and AFC collaborate to build new stadium in Malaysia
The future of Asian football is set to be lit up in success and betterment with Asian Football Confederation (AFC) …
AFC partners with global flooring group Gerflor
The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) recently announced a new partnership with global flooring group Gerflor, ahead of the AFC Futsal …
AFC Social Responsibility Committee fosters greater social impact through Asian football
With Asian football’s ever-growing reach continuing to leave a profound and significant impact across the continent, the Asian Football Confederation …
Rising appeal of AFC competitions reaffirmed by AFC Marketing Committee
The Asian Football Confederation’s incremental rise of brand and competitions – alongside the growing passion for Asian football – was …
Raising professional club standards in Asia upheld by AFC Club Licensing Task Force
The AFC Club Licensing Task Force has complimented the Asian Football Confederation (AFC)’s Member Associations (MAs) for their commitment to …
AFC Women’s Football Committee further reaffirms their pledge to grow women’s club football
The AFC Women’s Football Committee’s commitment towards strengthening the foundations of the women’s club game was further underlined at its …
Eight AFC qualifying spots confirmed for 2026 World Cup
The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Executive Committee has approved a renewed qualification format for Asia’s Road to the FIFA World …
AFC U23 Asian Cup Uzbekistan 2022 sets engagement milestone
The AFC U23 Asian Cup Uzbekistan 2022 reached new milestones in engaging football fans, with the AFC’s social media channels …
What does record Asian qualification for Qatar 2022 mean for the region?
For the first time in World Cup history, a tournament will play host to a record six teams from the …
Football Australia considering last minute 2023 AFC Asian Cup bid
Football Australia have confirmed they are considering a late bid to host the AFC Asian Cup from June to July …
AFC World Cup Qualifiers smash landmark digital engagement records
The AFC Asian Qualifiers – Road to Qatar Final Round was the most engaging in history, surpassing all previous editions …
The AFC launches ‘Rehabilitation Through Football’ programme
The Asian Football Confederation (AFC)’s Vision and Mission to leverage on the beautiful game to strengthen communities through the AFC …
APL secures AFC media rights agreement
The Australian Professional Leagues (APL) have officially secured the rights to the Asian Football Confederation’s (AFC) competitions via an exclusive …
Is Australia ready for a two-year World Cup cycle?
Battle lines are being drawn between FIFA and key stakeholders, as it remains to be seen whether Australia will support the push for a two-year World Cup cycle.
AFC debuts inaugural Academic Centre of Excellence
The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) have launched their first ever AFC Academic Centre of Excellence (ACE).
The considerable challenge facing Asia’s coaching elite
The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) is home to a litany of successful, transformative and triumphant coaches, many of whom have …
Sports media giants Dentsu enters into agreement with AFC
The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) have announced a commercial agreement with sports media giants Dentsu which will see the agency …
Mobile sports viewership dominated by Asia
The rapid circulation of smartphone usage in Asia, parallel to the rollout of 5G networks, has resulted in a massive …
‘Unleash The Roar’ plan to grow Singaporean football
In an effort to grow domestic football, the Singaporean Government have announced the intended rollout of their ‘Unleash The Roar’ …
India shows interest in hosting Asian Champions League
The All India Football Federation (AIFF) have expressed their interest in hosting the Asian Champions League Group E (West Zone) …
AFC reveal dates for 2022 Women’s Asian Cup
The AFC have confirmed that the 2022 Women’s Asian Cup in India will take place from January 20 to February …
2021 AFC Cup groups revealed
The groups for the 2021 AFC Cup have been revealed at a group stage draw in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. After …
AFC Asian Cup dates confirmed for 2023 tournament
The Asian Football Confederation have confirmed the 18th edition of the AFC Asian Cup will be played in June and July …
Asian Football Weekly – December 4-11
Here are the top stories in the Asian football industry over the past week. Qatar to participate in UEFA Qualifying …
AFC approves Asian Qualifiers dates
The AFC has confirmed new competition dates for the rest of the Asian Qualifiers for the FIFA World Cup Qatar …
AFC outlines commitment to expand ‘fan-first’ strategy
The AFC further outlined its commitment to confirm football as the continent’s number one sport, through an expanded ‘fan-first’ digital …
AFC Champions League Final to be played in Qatar
The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has announced that the AFC Champions League Final will be played in Doha, Qatar on …
AFC to debut VAR in Asian Champions League
The Asian Football Confederation will today use Video Assistant Referee (VAR) in the Asian Champions League for the first time. …
AFC digital platforms break records
The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has reached several milestones for its digital platforms, achieving a high amount of growth despite …
AFC announces changes to competitions calendar
The AFC have announced multiple changes to its competitions calendar for the rest of this year. Matches in the AFC …
VAR to debut in Asian Champions League
The AFC have confirmed the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) system will be used from the quarter-final stage of the 2020 …
AFC signs new deal with Saran Media International
The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) have announced Saran Media International will be their new media partner in Kyrgyz Republic, Tajikistan, …
FFA submits bid to host AFC U-17 Women’s Championship Qualifiers
FFA have announced that it has partnered with Cessnock City Council in a bid to host the AFC women’s football …
AFC aiming to protect commercial rights
The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has announced the creation of an Independent Working Group to protect the commercial rights of …
AFC announce five countries in race to host 2027 Asian Cup
The Asian Football Confederation last week announced the five bidders in the running to host the 2027 Asian Cup. Saudi …
Japan withdraws: Australia-NZ bid in the box seat to host Women’s World Cup
Japan have withdrawn their bid to host the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup, in a boost for the joint Australian …
Optus Sport to broadcast K League to Australian viewers
Optus Sport has announced they have acquired the broadcast rights in Australia to show South Korea’s K League in 2020. …
AFC delivers new online courses for Asian match officials
The Asian Football Confederation’s (AFC) match officials have been given the opportunity to complete new online courses, ensuring they remain …
Mathew Ryan among the latest names to pledge support for #BreakTheChain
Australian Socceroos and Brighton & Hove Albion goalkeeper Mathew Ryan, along with China PR’s women’s team captain Wu Haiyan and …
The best of Asia unite for the AFC’s #BreakTheChain campaign
The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has united with some of the biggest names in Asian football to launch a new …
Cahill becomes ambassador for Qatar 2022
Socceroos legend Tim Cahill has been unveiled as an official ambassador for the Qatar 2022 World Cup. Alongside footballing greats …
ACL games in Australia put on hold against Chinese opposition
Football Federation Australia (FFA) has told the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) that Australian teams will be unable to host Chinese …
Sydney to host Matildas in Olympic Qualifying Tournament
Football Federation Australia (FFA) have announced that Group B of the 2020 AFC Women’s Olympic Qualification Tournament will be held …
Korea FA’s sponsorship income close to $50 Million
The Korea Football Association (KFA), South Korea’s soccer governing body, has seen its annual sponsorship income increase to nearly $50 …
Despite a lack of funding and support, Arnold’s Olyroos are punching well above their weight
Graham Arnold’s recent comments on ABC Grandstand in regards to the lack of funding and support given to Australian football’s …
Ange Postecoglou’s trail blazing J-League success finally silences the critics
Former Socceroo manager Ange Postecoglou stands just 90 minutes away from potentially the most significant achievement by an Australian football …
First female match commissioner selected for AFC Cup final
Kanya Keomany of Laos will be the first woman to take charge of an AFC Cup final, after being appointed …
AFC continues partnership with FTA Indonesian broadcaster MNC
The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) have confirmed they have extended their partnership with Indonesian broadcaster MNC. The new deal will …
Are the Joeys’ slow starts evidence of a vacuum of opportunity for young Australian footballers?
With the Joeys currently involved in the FIFA U-17’s World Cup, some of Australia’s best young footballers are on show …
AFC Executive Committee give green light for Indian football roadmap
The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Executive Committee meeting for the first time in Vietnam today endorsed the roadmap for Indian …
AFC to expand Asian Champions League and Women’s Asian Cup
The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) have announced they will increase the number of teams in the AFC Champions League and …
Four Victorians selected in Young Matildas squad
Football Victoria have congratulated four Victorians who have been called up to play for the Young Matildas in the AFC …
New format to decide Asia’s Women’s Olympic qualifiers
The battle for the final two spots to join hosts and reigning Asian champions Japan, at the Women’s Football Tournament …
Indian Super League to work towards new league system
In a report from the AFC, the power brokers at the ISL (Indian Super League) will be looking to revamp …
World Cup referee Alireza Faghani to officiate first A-League match this weekend
2016 and 2018 AFC Referee of the Year Alireza Faghani will officiate his first match in the A-League this Saturday, …
Australian Tyson Scott amongst the five candidates selected for the New AFC Scholarship scheme
The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) and CIES have joined forces to create a new scholarship scheme to generously offer five …
Inaugural AFC Child Safeguarding Seminar 2019 concludes in Thailand
The Asian Football Confederation’s commitment to protect the welfare and safety of children across the Continent marked a significant milestone …
Ange Postecoglou and Kevin Muscat join AFC Elite Club Coaches’ Forum in Shanghai
Asia’s top competitions – the AFC Asian Cup and the AFC Champions League – were discussed by the top coaches …
AFC Dream Asia Awards 2019 nominees announced
On Monday, the AFC announced that its nominees for the 2019 AFC Dream Asia Awards were announced.
AFC announce first ever female match commissioner
In a statement made earlier today. the AFC have announced that South Korean Kim Se-in will become the first ever …
AFC continue #ItsMyGame campaign following 2019 Asian Cup
After a successful campaigning stint during the 2019 Asian Cup earlier this year, the AFC is pushing on with the …
AFC sign declaration to protect women and girls
The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) reinforced its commitment to ensure the safety of women in the sport by signing the …
History has been made in the AFC
For the first time in Asian footballing history, an all-female officiating team have taken to the pitch.
Advance 11 to assist AFC Member Associations
The new initiative Advance 11 gives MAs a platform to measure and benchmark their capabilities against a set of guidelines.