Cadiz Heroics Secure Dramatic Draw for Wuhan in CSL Action
Jhonder Cadiz scores twice to salvage a 3-3 draw for Wuhan Three Towns against Shandong Taishan, while Liaoning Tieren dominates Zhejiang with a 5-0 victory.
Asian Football
China Fights Back in Thrilling AFC U17 Asian Cup Final Against Japan
China put up a valiant fight in the AFC U17 Asian Cup final in Jeddah, narrowly falling 3-2 to Japan in a high-stakes clash.
Historic Milestone: China Advances to AFC U17 Asian Cup Final for First Time in 22 Years
China secures a place in the AFC U17 Asian Cup final after a dominant 2-0 victory over Australia in Jeddah, ending a 22-year wait for the final.
China Clinches U17 Asian Cup Semifinal Spot with Comeback Win Over Saudi Arabia
China’s U17 team advances to the 2026 AFC U17 Asian Cup semifinals after a stunning 3-1 comeback victory over host Saudi Arabia.
DPRK Advances to U17 Women’s Asian Cup Final After Thrilling Victory Over China
The DPRK secures a spot in the U17 Women’s Asian Cup final with a 4-2 win over China in Suzhou, featuring a standout hat-trick by Yu Jong-Hyang.
Al Ahli Advances to AFC Champions League Elite Quarterfinals on Mahrez’s Late Winner
Riyad Mahrez’s 117th-minute free kick sends Al Ahli into the AFC Champions League Elite quarterfinals as Al Hilal crashes out in a penalty shootout against Al Sadd.
Shandong Taishan Withdraws from ACL Elite; Shanghai Port Advances Despite Loss
Shandong Taishan withdraws from AFC Champions League Elite due to health issues, allowing Shanghai Port to advance to the last 16 despite a defeat against Yokohama F. Marinos.
Cristiano Ronaldo’s Double Leads Al Nassr to 4-0 Victory Over Al Wasl in AFC Champions League
Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice as Al Nassr defeated Al Wasl 4-0 in the AFC Champions League Elite, securing their place in the next round.
Asian Struggles Continue: Shandong Taishan and Shanghai Shenhua Face AFC Setbacks
Chinese Super League giants Shandong Taishan and Shanghai Shenhua suffered defeats in the AFC Champions League Elite, dimming their qualification hopes.
China to Face Australia, Kyrgyzstan, and Qatar in 2025 AFC U-20 Asian Cup
Hosts China drawn with Australia, Kyrgyzstan, and Qatar in Group A of the 2025 AFC U-20 Asian Cup in Shenzhen, aiming for a strong performance to secure a spot at the FIFA U-20 World Cup.
Shanghai Shenhua Secures 2-0 Victory Over Kawasaki Frontale in AFC Champions League
Shanghai Shenhua defeated Kawasaki Frontale 2-0 in the AFC Champions League, climbing to fourth in the East Region. Wang Haijian and Andre Luis scored to secure the home victory.
Zhejiang Professional Secures First Win Over Persib Bandung in AFC Champions League Two
Zhejiang Professional secured their first win in the 2024-25 AFC Champions League Two, defeating Indonesia’s Persib Bandung 1-0 in a thrilling home match in Hangzhou.
Italian Football Legend Schillaci, Who Made Impact in Asia, Dies at 59
Italian football legend Salvatore “Toto” Schillaci, famed for his heroics in the 1990 World Cup and contributions to Asian football with Jubilo Iwata, has passed away at 59 due to colon cancer.
China to Host 2025 AFC U20 Men’s Asian Cup
China will host the 2025 AFC U20 Men’s Asian Cup, as announced by the Asian Football Confederation, highlighting a significant event in Asian football.
FA Chief Backs VAR Despite Premier League’s Move to Scrap It; Asian Football Watches Closely
England’s FA chief Mark Bullingham supports VAR technology despite the Premier League’s move to abolish it, highlighting its role in reducing errors. Asian football leagues may be influenced by the FA’s stance.
Manchester United’s Stunning Collapse at Crystal Palace Shocks Asian Football Enthusiasts
Manchester United’s unexpected 4-0 defeat to Crystal Palace has left Asian football fans and analysts stunned, sparking discussions about the club’s form and future in the Premier League.
Emerging Asian Teams Face Uphill Battle in World Cup Qualifiers
Pakistan’s recent matches highlight how Asia’s World Cup qualifying format challenges emerging teams, limiting their opportunities for growth due to early eliminations.
FIFA’s U-17 World Cup Overhaul: A Game Changer for Asian Football
FIFA’s decision to expand and annualize the U-17 World Cups from 2025 is set to transform youth football globally, offering Asian nations more opportunities to compete and develop young talent.
Leverkusen’s Epic Comeback Maintains 37-Game Unbeaten Run in Europa League Thriller
Bayer Leverkusen staged a remarkable comeback against Azerbaijan’s Qarabag FK, overcoming a two-goal deficit to win 5-4 on aggregate, extending their unbeaten streak to 37 matches and advancing in the Europa League.