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FFC receives Bronze level membership under AFC Grassroots Charter

Thu, 25 Apr, 2024

FFC receives Bronze level membership under AFC Grassroots Charter

Phnom Penh: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Grassroots Charter welcomed the Football Federation of Cambodia (FFC) as a bronze member in March 2024. 

Upon completing their assessment, the AFC Grassroots panel members were pleased to note the FFC’s commitment to nurturing football talent at the grassroots level and its efforts towards expanding the reach of the beautiful game.

AFC unveils key details for inaugural AFC Women's Champions League 2024/25

Fri, 12 Apr, 2024

AFC unveils key details for inaugural AFC Women's Champions League 2024/25

Kuala Lumpur: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has set the stage for the highly anticipated maiden season of the AFC Women's Champions League 2024/25 by announcing the key dates and entry criteria.

The upcoming campaign promises to be a thrilling exhibition of top-tier women's football talent from across Asia. With a dynamic format aimed at fostering competitive spirit, the tournament aligns seamlessly with the AFC's Vision and Mission.

Part 3: 10th AFC Women’s Football Day 2024 marked by joyous celebrations

Tue, 02 Apr, 2024

Part 3: 10th AFC Women’s Football Day 2024 marked by joyous celebrations

Kuala Lumpur: A series of exciting and fun-filled activities took place this March as Asia came together to commemorate the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Women’s Football Day 2024.

A record-equalling 41 Member Associations (MAs) joined the celebrations on the milestone 10th edition of the AFC Women’s Football Day, which aims to promote and honour the progress of women’s football across the Continent.
 
Join us at the-AFC.com in the third and final part of a series that highlights some of the wide-ranging initiatives that were on display, which acknowledge the hard work and remarkable achievements of women in Asian football and at the same time, seek to encourage more women and young girls to develop a life-long passion for the beautiful game.

Part 2: 10th AFC Women’s Football Day 2024 marked by joyous celebrations

Tue, 02 Apr, 2024

Part 2: 10th AFC Women’s Football Day 2024 marked by joyous celebrations

Kuala Lumpur: A series of exciting and fun-filled activities took place this March as Asia came together to commemorate the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Women’s Football Day 2024.

A record-equalling 41 Member Associations (MAs) joined the celebrations on the milestone 10th edition of the AFC Women’s Football Day, which aims to promote and honour the progress of women’s football across the Continent.
 
Join us at the-AFC.com in the second part of a series that highlights some of the wide-ranging initiatives that were on display, which acknowledge the hard work and remarkable achievements of women in Asian football and at the same time, seek to encourage more women and young girls to develop a life-long passion for the beautiful game.

Part 1: 10th AFC Women’s Football Day 2024 marked by joyous celebrations

Fri, 29 Mar, 2024

Part 1: 10th AFC Women’s Football Day 2024 marked by joyous celebrations

Kuala Lumpur: A series of exciting and fun-filled activities took place this March as Asia came together to commemorate the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Women’s Football Day 2024.

A record-equalling 41 Member Associations (MAs) joined the celebrations on the milestone 10th edition of the AFC Women’s Football Day, which aims to promote and honour the progress of women’s football across the Continent.
 
Join us at the-AFC.com as we highlight some of the wide-ranging initiatives that were on display, which acknowledge the hard work and remarkable achievements of women in Asian football and at the same time, seek to encourage more women and young girls to develop a life-long passion for the beautiful game.

AFC Coach Education Panel meeting concludes successfully

Tue, 26 Mar, 2024

AFC Coach Education Panel meeting concludes successfully

Kuala Lumpur: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC)’s concerted efforts to raise the quality of coaching across the Continent were further outlined when the AFC Coach Education Panel met virtually on Thursday for its first meeting for the term 2024-25. 

Chaired by AFC Technical Director Andy Roxburgh, the meeting was an excellent opportunity for the panel members from across 15 Member Associations (MAs) to discuss ways of improving coaching standards in Asia. 

AFC Grassroots Panel focused on increased participation

Wed, 20 Mar, 2024

AFC Grassroots Panel focused on increased participation

Kuala Lumpur: The AFC Grassroots Panel met virtually on Tuesday for its first meeting for the term 2024-25 to chart the way forward for the development of grassroots football in Asia. 

Chaired by AFC Technical Director Andy Roxburgh, the meeting was attended by 14 experts from 14 Member Associations (MAs) of the Asian Football Confederation (AFC). 

Saudi Arabia well on course to achieve target, says Cortes

Sat, 16 Mar, 2024

Saudi Arabia well on course to achieve target, says Cortes

Kuala Lumpur: In December, Spaniard Lluis Cortes was handed the task of turning Saudi Arabia’s national team inside a side capable of qualifying for the leading tournaments in women’s football. The 2021 UEFA Women’s Coach of the Year tells the-AFC.com about the path that lies ahead.

January 12, 2018 was a significant milestone in the growth of football in Saudi Arabia; on that date women were – for the first time – permitted to attend domestic league matches in person, heralding the relaxation of decades of religious conservatism in the kingdom.

Australia and Uzbekistan recommended as hosts for 2026 and 2029 editions of AFC Women’s Asian Cup™

Fri, 15 Mar, 2024

Australia and Uzbekistan recommended as hosts for 2026 and 2029 editions of AFC Women’s Asian Cup™

Tashkent: Football Australia and the Uzbekistan Football Association (UFA) have been recommended as the Host Associations of the 2026 and 2029 editions of the AFC Women’s Asian Cup™ respectively by the AFC Women’s Football Committee today at its second meeting held in Tashkent, Uzbekistan. While certain formalities of the bidding process are in the midst of being finalised, the Committee has mandated the AFC Administration to confirm the award of the Hosting Rights once all requirements are met.

Held on the eve of the AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup™ Uzbekistan 2024 Final between DPR Korea and Japan, Chairperson Ms. Kanya Keomany commenced proceedings by congratulating the two finalists on their commendable campaigns whilst also applauding the UFA for their exceptional organisational capabilities over the 14-day tournament.

AFC Youth Panel focuses on expansion of AFC Elite Youth Scheme

Fri, 15 Mar, 2024

AFC Youth Panel focuses on expansion of AFC Elite Youth Scheme

Kuala Lumpur: Experts from across Asia gathered virtually to discuss ways to expand the reach of the AFC Elite Youth Scheme when the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) conducted its 1st AFC Youth Panel Meeting for the term 2024-2025 on Thursday. 

Chaired by AFC Technical Director Andy Roxburgh, the meeting was attended by 15 panel members from 13 Member Associations (MAs). 

Record-equalling 41 MAs set to celebrate 10th AFC Women’s Football Day

Fri, 08 Mar, 2024

Record-equalling 41 MAs set to celebrate 10th AFC Women’s Football Day

Kuala Lumpur: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) and its Member Associations (MAs) will celebrate the milestone 10th edition of the AFC Women’s Football Day today to promote and honour the progress of women’s football in Asia. 

The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) and its Member Associations (MAs) will celebrate the milestone 10th edition of the AFC Women’s Football Day today to promote and honour the progress of women’s football in Asia. 

Sarah Walsh: It’s my turn to bring down barriers for young girls

Fri, 01 Mar, 2024

Sarah Walsh: It’s my turn to bring down barriers for young girls

Kuala Lumpur: With one week to go to the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Women’s Football Day 2024, the Confederation’s latest “It’s My Game” episode delves into the remarkable journey of Sarah Walsh, Head of Women’s Football at Football Australia, whose unwavering commitment to developing the women’s game reached its pinnacle with the historic success of the Matildas at the FIFA Women's World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023.

A former striker who faced multiple career-threatening injuries before the age of 18, Walsh overcame the odds to make her debut for the national team at 21 in 2004 and eventually etched her name in the history books when the Matildas emerged as champions of the AFC Women’s Asian Cup™ for the first time in 2010.