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Star-studded AFC MAs and RAs Presidents & GS Conference 2023 kicks off!

The Asian Football Confederation’s commitment to maximise the potential of its Member Associations (MAs) and Regional Associations (RAs) reached a significant milestone with the commencement of the inaugural AFC Member Associations (MAs) & Regional Associations (RAs) Presidents’ and General Secretaries’ Conference 2023 today in Tashkent. In the presence of notable …

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CONCACAF launches on WhatsApp Channels!

CONCACAF has upped its digital engagement game with the governing body for football (soccer) in North America, Central America and the Caribbean an early adopter of the exciting new WhatsApp Channels service recently launched by Meta. Since joining WhatsApp Channels on September 13, CONCACAF has experienced extensive follower growth and …

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Antonio Di Salvo names final Germany U-21 squad for U-21 EURO qualifiers!

Germany U21s coach Antonio Di Salvo has selected his squad for the upcoming EURO qualifiers. First, his team will play against Bulgaria in Sofia on October 13 (18:15 CEST), before facing Israel in Petah Tikwa on October 17 (18:30 CEST). Karim Adeyemi is back in the U21s squad for the …

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India Futsal bow to experienced Tajikistan despite David’s deliveries!

India’s maiden appearance in international futsal ended in a 3-6 defeat against hosts Tajikistan in the AFC Futsal Asian Cup Qualifiers on Saturday, October 7, 2023, but not before they decisively proved they were ready to challenge the high and mighty. Despite all their inexperience and lack of international exposure, …

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Jay Gupta’s late winner seals remarkable win for FC Goa against Odisha FC!

In a nail-biting clash that saw new signing Jay Gupta raise the roof of the Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Fatorda with an injury-time winner, FC Goa beat Odisha FC 3-2 in the Indian Super League on Saturday. Noah Sadaoui also scored a brace for the Gaurs, to open his …

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The Nike FC Barcelona x Patta Collection Unites a New Generation of Fans!

The beating heart of any football club is its fans. Now, the biggest sports club in the world is celebrating that lifeblood with a capsule that unites as it invites in a new generation: the Nike FC Barcelona x Patta collection, which includes select apparel pieces and a limited-edition Air …

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Mumbai City FC host Kerala Blasters in first ISL-10 home game!

It has been quite a hectic start for Mumbai City FC this season, as they have been on the road for three of their first four games. The Indian Super League Shield Winners of 2022-23, however, are back to the comforts of home and will host Kerala Blasters in their …

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2023 AFC Asian Cup Team Medical Workshop focuses on players’ safety!

The Asian Football Confederation (AFC), in collaboration with the Local Organising Committee (LOC) and AFC Medical Center of Excellence Hospital – Aspetar conducted an informative and comprehensive Team Medical Workshop in preparation for the upcoming AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023. During the two-day workshop, AFC Medical Committee Chairperson Dato’ Dr. …

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2023 CONCACAF Central American Cup Semifinals & Play-In matchups and schedule confirmed!

CONCACAF has confirmed the schedule and matchups for the 2023 CONCACAF Central American Cup Semifinals and Play-In. The home-and-away series will take place October 24-26 (first legs) and October 31 – November 2, 2023 (second legs). The last of the competition’s Quarterfinal matches culminated last night in Alajuela, Costa Rica, …

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AFC Asian Cup 2023 preparations step up with Team Workshop!

Representatives from the 24 Participating Member Associations (PMAs) of the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023 gathered in Doha earlier in the week for an informative Team Workshop ahead of the Continent’s greatest ever showpiece. With just over three months to go until the 18th edition of Asia’s flagship tournament, the …

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