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AFC welcomes ‘groundbreaking’ pact between Saudi, Iranian FAs

The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has announced that all matches between national teams and clubs from Saudi Arabia and Iran will take place on a home-and-away basis for the first time since 2016.

Lusail Stadium joins venue line-up for Qatar’s Asian Cup

Lusail Stadium, which staged the final of the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar, has been added to the host venue line-up for the 2023 Asian Cup having initially been omitted from the schedule.

AFC to usher in new era of club competitions

The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has announced the introduction of a Women’s Champions League and unveiled the names of three new men’s club competitions as part of a new era that will come into effect from the 2024-25 season.

Lusail Stadium absent as venues named for Qatar’s Asian Cup

The Asian Football Confederation has confirmed the dates and venues for Qatar’s staging of the 2023 Asian Cup, with Lusail Stadium missing from the six 2022 FIFA World Cup stadia chosen for the showpiece tournament.

Saudi Arabia adds 2027 Asian Cup to events portfolio

Saudi Arabia has further strengthened its position in the football market after it was today (Wednesday) confirmed as host of the 2027 Asian Cup.

Saudi Arabia set to host 2027 Asian Cup after India withdraws

Saudi Arabia is set to host football’s Asian Cup in 2027 after the All India Football Federation (AIFF) withdrew its bid to stage the national team tournament.

AFC, FIFA to deliver new 10,000-capacity stadium in Malaysia

The Asian Football Confederation and FIFA have held a ground-breaking ceremony for a new stadium in Putrajaya, Malaysia.

Qatar replaces China as host of 2023 Asian Cup

The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has announced that Qatar will stage the 2023 Asian Cup, while India and Saudi Arabia will contest hosting rights for the 2027 edition.

Four countries express interest in hosting 2023 Asian Cup

The Asian Football Confederation has received expressions of interest from Australia, Indonesia, South Korea and Qatar to host the 2023…

AFC decides settings for centralised Champions League

The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has today (Thursday) announced host venues for the group stage of its 2021 Champions League…

AFC to stage club competitions at centralised venues

The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has detailed plans to host the group stages of its Champions League and AFC Cup…

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