Asia

AFDP & Germany’s GIZ – Official Launch of Yalla Riyada Bus!

The Asian Football Development Project (AFDP) and the German Development Cooperation (GIZ) Sport for Development program (S4D) will be celebrating the official launch of the “Yalla Riyada Bus” on 13 May, 2018 at Nusaiba bint Ka’ab school for girls. The ceremony will be held under the patronage of HRH Prince …

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India coach Constantine summons 30 players for preparatory camp ahead of Intercontinental Cup!

Indian national team head coach Stephen Constantine called up 30 players for the National Team’s preparatory camp for the Intercontinental Cup which is slated to be held in Mumbai from June 1, 2018. The summoned players are to assemble for the Camp in Mumbai on May 16 while players from …

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Nike introduces the 2018 China National Team Collection!

One of the fastest-growing football nations in the world, China, has high aspirations and an unwavering resolve to reach the pinnacle of football. China celebrates the overwhelming passion shared by the team and its millions of fans with the 2018 China national team collection. With a red chest and yellow …

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India U-16 score 2-1 comeback win over Jordan in Serbia invitational tournament!

India U-16 National Team started the Four-Nation International Tournament with a resounding 2-1 victory over Jordan in Serbia on Wednesday, May 9 night. After conceding an early goal in the second minute of the match, India made a strong comeback in the 17th minute, thanks to the terrific finish by …

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AFC president Shaikh Salman outlines vision for Asian football to Central Zone!

Shaikh Salman bin Ebrahim Al Khalifa, the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) President, on Saturday, May 5 outlined his vision for Asian football to the representatives of the six AFC Central Zone countries. Meeting in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, following the draw for the AFC Asian Cup UAE 2019, Shaikh Salman …

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Baichung Bhutia: With a bit of luck India can finish among top two in Group!

Former India captain Bhaichung Bhutia is “happy” about the group India have drawn in the AFC Asian Cup 2019. In an exclusive interview, Bhutia, the sole Indian Footballer till date to have played in over 100 International matches mentioned “India can finish among the top two in the group” and …

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Häfele Group new Bayern Munich regional partner for Asia!

FC Bayern Munich and the Häfele Group have announced a new regional partnership at a press conference in Bangkok last week. The market leader of interior design elements will be the German record champions’ “Official Regional Home Improvement Partner” for Thailand, Vietnam, India, Bangladesh, Myanmar and Sri Lanka. The cooperation …

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Bert Van Marwijk names six new faces in Australia’s preliminary 2018 FIFA World Cup squad!

Australia head coach Bert van Marwijk has named six new faces in his preliminary 32-man squad in preparation for the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia. With all 26 players from the Socceroos squad that faced Norway and Colombia in March 2018 included, Van Marwijk has also found room for …

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Bayern Munich & Japan Football Association announce partnership!

FC Bayern Munich and the Japan Football Association (JFA) will cooperate closely in the future. The focus of the partnership is on joint support of youth talent and the exchange of training philosophies. As part of the cooperation, FC Bayern will send coaches to Japan for workshops and training events. …

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Captain Sunil Chhetri calls on India facing tough oppositions abroad!

On the sidelines of a sponsors event, India national football team captain Sunil Chhetri spoke about Team India, the 2019 AFC Asian Cup and much more. “What I’m looking forward is winning games outside the country which is very important. Our home record is fairly good but outside home we …

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