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Asian Football Confederation (AFC)
The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) is the governing body of association football in Asia and Australia. It has 47 member countries, mostly located on the Asian and Australian continent. Australia, formerly in the OFC, joined the Asian Football Confederation in 2006, and the Oceanian island of Guam is also a member of AFC, in addition to Northern Mariana Islands. Hong Kong and Macau, although not independent countries are also members of the AFC. One of Fifa's six continental confederations, the AFC was formed officially on May 8, 1954 in Philippines. The main headquarters are located in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The current president is Sheikh Salman Bin Ibrahim Al-Khalifa of Bahrain.
Leah Blayney (right), seen here playing for Canberra in the W-League in 2011, played 16 matches for Australia’s national side. Photo: Getty Images

Former Australian midfielder plots Japan’s path to third Women’s Asian Cup trophy

Leah Blayney, assistant coach for the ‘Nadeshiko’, is unfazed about facing Australia in a later round – ‘I have a job to do,’ she says.

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South Korea avert Asian Cup boycott as FIFPro urges better conditions for women

South Korea, Australia, Kuwait express interest in hosting two football Asian Cups

South Korea

South Korea football bosses in talks to avert Women’s Asian Cup boycott

Team has previously complained of having to pay for their own kit and being given ‘inadequate’ accommodation while on international duty.

South Korea’s women complained last year about their treatment when compared with their male counterparts. Photo: AFP
Malaysia

Can Malaysian football ‘reset’? Mass resignations kick off reboot debate

Nothing will change if the same officials are re-elected with no one held accountable for the ‘heritage players’ fiasco, observers say.

South Korea’s women footballers threaten to boycott matches ahead of Asian Cup

Team complained of ‘clear and undeniable differences’ from the conditions enjoyed by the men’s national players when on international duty.

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Patrick Kluivert

New Indonesia head coach John Herdman calls on team to harness disappointment

The 50-year-old Englishman believes the team have the talent to qualify for 2030 World Cup and challenge for regional and continental titles.

New Indonesia head coach John Herdman ‍was officially unveiled as Patrick Kluivert’s successor on Monday. Photo: Xinhua

Kazuyoshi Miura ready to ‘make a contribution’ to his new J-League team at 58

Miura made his Japan debut in 1990 but was famously left out of the squad for their first World Cup finals appearance in 1998.

Japanese football player ‘King Kazu’ signs for J-League team at 58

The former international is ready to ‘take on a new challenge’ in his professional career that started in 1986 for Brazilian team Santos.

The Football Association of Hong Kong, China

Hong Kong’s footballers could play China, Chinese Taipei regularly in new league

Asian chiefs planning new Nations League similar to the one in Europe, aimed at raising standards and revenue.

Fans show their support for Hong Kong during the Asian Cup qualifier against Singapore at Kai Tak Stadium last month. Photo: Sam Tsang
The Football Association of Hong Kong, China

Tai Po win hot-tempered AFC Champions League 2 clash but Eastern humiliated 9-0

Deserved victory for Hong Kong champions Tai Po, while Eastern’s goal difference reaches a staggering -28.

Tai Po’s Philip Chan (right) fights for the ball with Le Van Do at Mong Kok Stadium. Photo: Elson Li
Fifa

Footballers in Malaysia eligibility scandal are ‘victims’, ban unfair, says union

FIFPro says the sanctions by Fifa on the seven players declared to have Malaysian ancestry ‘are grossly disproportionate’.

Hong Kong society

Opinion | Sporting passion of Hongkongers is an inspiration

The enthusiasm of volunteers at the National Games, the energy of the city’s football fans and the dedication of unpaid coaches at the club level are truly impressive.

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Fifa World Cup

South Korea, Japan considering joint bid for 2035 men’s football Asian Cup

Official says plans are at early stage and would first have to be approved by governments of both nations, which co-hosted 2022 World Cup.

Brazil’s Rivaldo (left) and Ronaldo celebrate after beating Germany 2-0 in the 2002 World Cup final in Yokohama, Japan. Photo: AFP
Singapore

Singapore names Gavin Lee permanent head football coach after Hong Kong win

Lee secured the role following the men’s national football team’s historic Asian Cup qualification earlier this month.

Gavin Lee became Singapore’s permanent head football coach after leading the team to a historic Asian Cup qualification. Photo: Facebook/singaporefootball
The Football Association of Hong Kong, China

Tai Po footballers pay tribute to Hong Kong fire victims during match in Sydney

Match in Australia a day after the tragedy sees Tai Po players observe a minute’s silence and wear black armbands.

Singapore

Opinion | Singapore minister’s comments a reminder that emotions can run very high in sport

Controversy after the Asian Cup qualifier must be seen in the context of what usually happens in the crowds at hotly contested matches.

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The Football Association of Hong Kong, China

Ilhan, Shawal shatter Hong Kong hearts, Singapore claim stunning Asian Cup upset

Hong Kong throw away early lead, lose winner-takes-all battle for place at 2027 tournament in Saudi Arabia.

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Singapore players celebrate their side’s win over Hong Kong. Photo: Sam Tsang
The Football Association of Hong Kong, China

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The Football Association of Hong Kong, China

AFC Champions League 2: Beijing Guoan overcome stubborn Hongkongers Tai Po

Visitors undone following three second-half goals but remain in hunt for progress to knockout stage.

The Football Association of Hong Kong, China

AFC Champions League 2: Eastern hit for 7 by Ratchaburi in second-half rout

Hong Kong club crumble against Thailand opponents after goalless first half. Result sends them out of competition with two matches to play.

Eastern’s Ku Ja-ryong wins a header against Ratchaburi’s Negueba at Mong Kok Stadium. Photo: Nora Tam
The Football Association of Hong Kong, China

AFC Champions League: Eastern boss expects scrutiny in Ratchaburi test

Roberto Losada says team’s morale is low following poor start to campaign, but vows to fight with players until the end.

Roberto Losada, the Eastern coach, was realistic about his team’s prospects heading into Wednesday’s match. Photo: Sun Yeung
Mobile gaming

China’s dreams of football glory may be achieved through gaming

Zhao Yitang had always dreamed of playing football for China and this summer he finally did – not in boots on a pitch, but on a smartphone.

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Tai Po’s Renner hails ‘magical night’ after late strike seals draw with Beijing

Visitors overturn 2-0 deficit at Mong Kok Stadium only for Michel Renner equaliser to earn deserved point for home team.

Beijing boss out to turn things around, starting with Hong Kong champions Tai Po

Ramiro Amarelle in temporary charge of struggling Chinese Super League club, who have won just once in seven matches.

Beijing Guoan’s caretake manager Ramiro Amarelle (left) and Zhang Jianzhi at a press conference ahead of Thursday’s game against Tai Po. Photo: Dickson Lee
Ashley Westwood

Tse’s Kai Tak debut ‘dream come true’, but focus on winner-takes-all Asian clash

Hong Kong goalkeeper Tse Ka-wing is already looking ahead to key Singapore encounter in November, with victory guaranteeing Asian Cup spot.

Hong Kong are 90 minutes away from reaching a second successive Asian Cup finals. Photo: Elson Li
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Westwood rues missed opportunity after Hong Kong Asian Cup draw with Bangladesh

Matt Orr’s penalty gives hosts the lead at crackling Kai Tak, but visitors strike late after Oliver Gerbig is sent off.

The Football Association of Hong Kong, China

Hong Kong boss dismisses Bangladesh moans before sold-out Kai Tak Stadium clash

Ashley Westwood aiming to recreate result and atmosphere from India victory, backs confident deputy keeper Tse Ka-wing to thrive.

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