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AFC Referee Academy conducts final advance onsite module for Batch 2019

Mon, 04 Mar, 2024

AFC Referee Academy conducts final advance onsite module for Batch 2019

Kuala Lumpur: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC)’s match officials moved closer to achieving their goal of officiating at the biggest stages in world football when the AFC Referee Academy’s Batch 2019 concluded their ninth and final Advanced Onsite Module on Friday.

The Onsite Module, held from February 26 to March 1, saw 38 men and women referees undergo hands-on training and attend technical sessions covering a range of topics to evaluate their mental abilities, physical fitness, and other qualities befitting those of world-class match officials.

Participants benefit from landmark AFC Women Referees & Assistant Referees Selection 2024 course

Fri, 23 Feb, 2024

Participants benefit from landmark AFC Women Referees & Assistant Referees Selection 2024 course

Kuala Lumpur: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC)'s drive to ensure its match officials continue to maintain their world-class standards reached a significant milestone when it conducted the AFC Women Referees & Assistant Referees Selection 2024 course in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. 

The course, which took place from February 19 to 22, saw 18 women referees and Assistant Referees from 14 AFC Member Associations (MAs) being evaluated on their theoretical knowledge, practical skills, and physical abilities.

High participation marks AFC Referees Recruitment 2024 course

Fri, 23 Feb, 2024

High participation marks AFC Referees Recruitment 2024 course

Kuala Lumpur: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC)’s determination to provide tailor-made support for its match officials to reach the highest level marked a significant milestone when the AFC Referees Recruitment 2024 courses were conducted for the Confederation’s men’s football and futsal referees in Kuala Lumpur, from February 19 to 21. 

The three-day football and futsal refereeing courses marked the final edition in its current form as it paves the way for an exclusive pathway to the AFC Elite Panel through the AFC Referee Academy starting in 2025.

Referee Assessment innovations set to be introduced at #AsianCup2023

Wed, 10 Jan, 2024

Referee Assessment innovations set to be introduced at #AsianCup2023

Kuala Lumpur: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC)’s resolve to strengthen its position as a model Confederation in developing world-class match officials was further underlined today with the launch of the Refereeing Online Platform, in conjunction with the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™.

The latest milestone initiative equips Referee Assessors with a diverse array of tools, paving the way for a holistic enhancement of officiating standards in Asian football, whilst serving as a centralised platform for assessors to complete and submit their Referee Assessment Reports to ensure the highest professional standards. 

AFC Match Officials confirmed for FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup UAE 2024

Fri, 29 Dec, 2023

AFC Match Officials confirmed for FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup UAE 2024

Kuala Lumpur: Four of the Asian Football Confederation (AFC)’s match officials have been selected to officiate at the FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup UAE 2024, set to take place in Dubai from February 15 to 24, 2024. 

The 2024 edition of the FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup will see Kuwait’s Abdulaziz Abdullah making his debut at the competition, where he will be accompanied by fellow debutant Ibrahim Yousif Abdulla Ahmed Alraeesi (main image) who hails from the host nation of the United Arab Emirates (UAE). 

Match officials gear up for #AsianCup2023 with Referees Seminar

Fri, 20 Oct, 2023

Match officials gear up for #AsianCup2023 with Referees Seminar

Kuala Lumpur: In preparation for their assignments at Asia’s greatest men’s football spectacle, a refereeing seminar was held this week for match officials who will be involved at the upcoming AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™. 

The AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ Referees Seminar, which began on Monday and concluded today afternoon, was attended by the 35 referees who were appointed last month for the Continental showpiece that takes place from 12 January to 10 February 2024.

AFC Referee Academy conducts first onsite module for Batch 5

Wed, 04 Oct, 2023

AFC Referee Academy conducts first onsite module for Batch 5

Kuala Lumpur: In a bid to equip Asia’s match officials with the skills and knowledge necessary to excel both on and off the field, the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) conducted a five-day onsite module for Batch 5 of the AFC Referee Academy in September 2023 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. 

Taking place between September 25 and 29, the module was attended by 47 referees, both male and female, who underwent extensive training under the guidance of some of the most renowned instructors from across the globe. 

Asian officials benefit from valuable insights at the AFC Video Assistant Referees Course 2023

Wed, 30 Aug, 2023

Asian officials benefit from valuable insights at the AFC Video Assistant Referees Course 2023

Kuala Lumpur: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) conducted the AFC Video Assistant Referees (VAR) Course 2023 in the capital city of Malaysia from August 26 to 30. 

Yet another indication of the AFC’s resolve towards establishing itself as a model Confederation, as outlined in its Vision and Mission, the highly interactive and engaging course was aimed towards assisting Asian referees reach the highest levels of officiating.

AFC Elite Futsal Referee Instructors Seminar 2023 concludes successfully

Sat, 19 Aug, 2023

AFC Elite Futsal Referee Instructors Seminar 2023 concludes successfully

Kuala Lumpur: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC)’s unwavering commitment to producing world-class referees was further underlined at the AFC Elite Futsal Referee Instructors Seminar 2023 which took place from August 17 to 19 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. 

Spanning over three days, the seminar saw 11 participants from across the AFC’s Member Associations (MAs) receive valuable guidance from some of the world’s most renowned Referee Instructors, namely Pedro Angel Galan Nieto from Spain, Malaysia’s Badrul Hisham Bin Kalam, and Seyedsadreddin Mousavi from the Islamic Republic of Iran. 

AFC Elite Futsal Referees Seminar 2023 provides valuable insights to participants

Sat, 15 Jul, 2023

AFC Elite Futsal Referees Seminar 2023 provides valuable insights to participants

Kuala Lumpur: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) underlined its efforts to ensure that the Confederation’s match officials continue to perform at the highest levels on the world’s biggest stages when it concluded the AFC Elite Futsal Referees Seminar 2023 in Kuala Lumpur on Saturday. 

The seminar, which spanned over five days, saw the Elite Futsal Referees participate in both theoretical and practical training sessions in a bid to enhance their skills and uphold the AFC’s ambition of becoming the leading Confederation in the world. 

AFC Referees Committee reiterates ambitions to develop world-class AFC match officials

Wed, 05 Jul, 2023

AFC Referees Committee reiterates ambitions to develop world-class AFC match officials

Kuala Lumpur: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC)’s commitment to ensure the world-class standards of Asian refereeing was reinforced today at the first meeting of the AFC Referees Committee for the term 2023-2027.

Led by Chairperson Hany Taleb B S Al-Raeesi, the Committee approved the establishment of the AFC Elite Video Match Officials Panel, which will be tasked to ensure that the AFC’s Video Match Officials (VMOs) are evaluated through a more stringent and precise process prior to their appointments to the AFC competitions.

AFC Beach Soccer Referees Course marks return ahead of AFC Beach Soccer Asian Cup™ Thailand 2023

Wed, 15 Mar, 2023

AFC Beach Soccer Referees Course marks return ahead of AFC Beach Soccer Asian Cup™ Thailand 2023

Pattaya: The match officials for the AFC Beach Soccer Asian Cup™ Thailand 2023 that kicks off tomorrow are ready to go after successfully completing the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Beach Soccer Referees Course on Wednesday.

Held for the first time since 2019, the five-day course took place from March 11 to 15 in the Thai city of Pattaya, which will host the 10th edition of the AFC Beach Soccer Asian Cup™ from March 16 to 26. 

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Nasrullo Kabirov to referee #AFCU23 opener

Sun, 14 Apr, 2024

Nasrullo Kabirov to referee #AFCU23 opener

Doha: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) today confirmed that Nasrullo Kabirov will oversee the opening match of the AFC U23 Asian Cup Qatar 2024™, which will take place between Qatar and Indonesia on Monday at the Jassim Bin Hamad Stadium.

Set to kick off at 6.30pm, the Group A fixture will mark Kabirov’s officiating debut at the AFC U23 Asian Cup™ and the Tajik referee will be supported by compatriots Vafo Karaev and Hasan Karimov, who will serve as assistant referees. Mooud Bonyadifard of the Islamic Republic of Iran has been assigned as the fourth official.

Video Support System set to debut at AFC Futsal Asian Cup™ Thailand 2024

Wed, 13 Mar, 2024

Video Support System set to debut at AFC Futsal Asian Cup™ Thailand 2024

Kuala Lumpur: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) will mark a significant milestone in its quest to uphold the highest standards of officiating when it introduces the Video Support (VS) system at the AFC Futsal Asian Cup™ Thailand 2024, set to take place from April 17 to 28.

In a bid to ensure that Asian referees are well-versed in the latest technological advancements in officiating, the Confederation conducted the AFC Elite Futsal Referees Seminar in 2023, with the specific intention of familiarizing its match officials with innovations such as the VS system, underscoring the AFC's determination to provide tailor-made support to its match officials. 

AFC Referee Academy conducts final advance onsite module for Batch 2019

Mon, 04 Mar, 2024

AFC Referee Academy conducts final advance onsite module for Batch 2019

Kuala Lumpur: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC)’s match officials moved closer to achieving their goal of officiating at the biggest stages in world football when the AFC Referee Academy’s Batch 2019 concluded their ninth and final Advanced Onsite Module on Friday.

The Onsite Module, held from February 26 to March 1, saw 38 men and women referees undergo hands-on training and attend technical sessions covering a range of topics to evaluate their mental abilities, physical fitness, and other qualities befitting those of world-class match officials.

AFC President congratulates Asian teams and match officials at FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup UAE 2024

Tue, 27 Feb, 2024

AFC President congratulates Asian teams and match officials at FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup UAE 2024

Kuala Lumpur: Asian Football Confederation (AFC) President Shaikh Salman bin Ebrahim Al Khalifa has congratulated the Islamic Republic of Iran for finishing third at the FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup UAE 2024 Dubai, whilst also commending the performances of Asian teams and match officials as Oman’s Turki Abdullah Said Al Salehi was appointed second referee in the Final between eventual winners Brazil and Italy on Sunday.

Following their 6-1 victory over Belarus in the third-place play-off, IR Iran sealed their second consecutive bronze medal finish in tournaments they've been involved in, after their Bahamas 2017 exploits. 

Participants benefit from landmark AFC Women Referees & Assistant Referees Selection 2024 course

Fri, 23 Feb, 2024

Participants benefit from landmark AFC Women Referees & Assistant Referees Selection 2024 course

Kuala Lumpur: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC)'s drive to ensure its match officials continue to maintain their world-class standards reached a significant milestone when it conducted the AFC Women Referees & Assistant Referees Selection 2024 course in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. 

The course, which took place from February 19 to 22, saw 18 women referees and Assistant Referees from 14 AFC Member Associations (MAs) being evaluated on their theoretical knowledge, practical skills, and physical abilities.

High participation marks AFC Referees Recruitment 2024 course

Fri, 23 Feb, 2024

High participation marks AFC Referees Recruitment 2024 course

Kuala Lumpur: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC)’s determination to provide tailor-made support for its match officials to reach the highest level marked a significant milestone when the AFC Referees Recruitment 2024 courses were conducted for the Confederation’s men’s football and futsal referees in Kuala Lumpur, from February 19 to 21. 

The three-day football and futsal refereeing courses marked the final edition in its current form as it paves the way for an exclusive pathway to the AFC Elite Panel through the AFC Referee Academy starting in 2025.

Ma Ning to referee AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ Final

Fri, 09 Feb, 2024

Ma Ning to referee AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ Final

Doha: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has confirmed that Ma Ning from China PR will take charge of the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ Final on Saturday, which will be staged at the iconic Lusail Stadium.

Ma will become the first match official from China PR to oversee an AFC Asian Cup™ Final when he blows the whistle at 6pm to kick off the showdown between Jordan and Qatar in the 18th edition of Asia’s crown jewel.

AFC statement on Referee decision in Round of 16 match between Iraq and Jordan

Fri, 02 Feb, 2024

AFC statement on Referee decision in Round of 16 match between Iraq and Jordan

Doha: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has received several queries surrounding the second yellow card and subsequent red card issued to Iraq's player number 18, Aymen Hussein, by the match Referee Alireza Faghani in the 77th minute of the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023 Round of 16 encounter between Iraq and Jordan on 29 January 2024 at the Khalifa International Stadium.

The AFC aims to address these queries by offering a comprehensive interpretation of the laws of the game and the rationale behind the Referee's decision:

AFC President welcomes #AsianCup2023 match officials

Fri, 12 Jan, 2024

AFC President welcomes #AsianCup2023 match officials

Doha: The AFC President Shaikh Salman bin Ebrahim Al Khalifa greeted the largest-ever cast of match officials appointed to the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ and offered them his encouragement and support on the eve of the Continental showpiece, emphasising the importance of their contributions.

Shaikh Salman met the 73 officials at the InterContinental Doha ahead of the opening match of the 18th edition of Asia’s crown jewel between defending champions Qatar and Lebanon at the iconic Lusail Stadium.

Yoshimi Yamashita to become first woman referee in AFC Asian Cup™ history

Thu, 11 Jan, 2024

Yoshimi Yamashita to become first woman referee in AFC Asian Cup™ history

Doha: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) confirmed today that Japan’s Yoshimi Yamashita will take charge of the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ fixture between Australia and India on 13 January 2024 (Saturday) – a landmark appointment that will make her the first woman ever to referee a match in the flagship tournament.

It is the latest feather in the cap of pioneering Yamashita, who is one of five trailblazing female match officials to be involved in the 18th edition of Asia’s crown jewel in Qatar. She will be ably supported in the Group B encounter at the Ahmad bin Ali Stadium by assistant referees Makoto Bozono and Naomi Teshirogi – an iconic Japanese trio who made history as the first women officials to oversee matches in the AFC Cup™ (2019), AFC Champions League™ (2022) and J1 League (2023).

Referee Assessment innovations set to be introduced at #AsianCup2023

Wed, 10 Jan, 2024

Referee Assessment innovations set to be introduced at #AsianCup2023

Kuala Lumpur: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC)’s resolve to strengthen its position as a model Confederation in developing world-class match officials was further underlined today with the launch of the Refereeing Online Platform, in conjunction with the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™.

The latest milestone initiative equips Referee Assessors with a diverse array of tools, paving the way for a holistic enhancement of officiating standards in Asian football, whilst serving as a centralised platform for assessors to complete and submit their Referee Assessment Reports to ensure the highest professional standards. 

Alireza Faghani to take charge of #AsianCup2023 opener

Wed, 10 Jan, 2024

Alireza Faghani to take charge of #AsianCup2023 opener

Doha: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) today confirmed the cast of match officials that will oversee the opening match of the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™, which will take place on Friday at the breathtaking Lusail Stadium.

Widely regarded as one of the most established Asian match officials, Alireza Faghani has been appointed to officiate the highly-anticipated Group A fixture between defending champions Qatar and Lebanon, which will kick off at 7pm in the 88,000-capacity venue and officially get the 18th edition of Asia’s crown jewel underway.