The Asian Football Confederation (AFC)’s commitment to produce world-class match officials was further strengthened as Batch 2019 of the AFC Referee Academy celebrated their graduation on Monday. Commencing at the AFC House in February 2020, an introductory module spanning five days was conducted for the enrolled candidates of Batch 2019, …
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Dr. Veronica Chan Yiu Kam, Zaw Zaw and Lim Kia Tong (posthumous) are the inaugural AFC Lifetime Achievement and Distinguished Service Award recipients Bangkok; The AFC Lifetime Achievement and Distinguished Service Awards were presented today at a special ceremony during the 34th AFC Congress, reinforcing the Confederation’s commitment to recognise …
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The 34th Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Congress concluded on Thursday in Bangkok, Thailand with the AFC’s Member Associations electing by acclamation two new members to the AFC Executive Committee for the remainder of the 2023 to 2027 term. Mijgona Mahmadalieva from Tajikistan was elected as the Female AFC Executive Committee …
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The AFC Executive Committee today convened in Bangkok, Thailand, and reflected on the resounding success of the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023, expressing confidence that the breakthrough achievements of the Continental showpiece marked a new era of progress for Asian football. Chairing the meeting, AFC President Shaikh Salman bin Ebrahim …
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Bundesliga International is strengthening its presence in Asia through multiple new appointments to fuel its growth across the Asia Pacific region and India. The strategic restructuring will allow for more focused and deeper market growth in key Asian markets and intensify key market projects and cooperation with regional football, sports …
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The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Member Associations (MAs) will elect two new members to the AFC Executive Committee for the remainder of the 2023 to 2027 term when it convenes at the 34th AFC Congress on Thursday, May 16, in Bangkok, Thailand. Additionally, in a first for an AFC Congress, …
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Senior management across a diverse range of FIFA Member Associations (MAs) from Asia and Oceania had the opportunity to enhance their knowledge as the FIFA Football Executive Programme (FEP) was delivered across three days in Jakarta, Indonesia. The FEP was designed by world football’s governing body based on a vision …
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Representatives from 10 FIFPRO member, candidate and observer unions, as well as guest unions, federations and leagues, attended the 2024 FIFPRO Division Asia/Oceania general assembly in Singapore. The event was an opportunity for unions to align on the FIFPRO Asia/Oceania 2023-2026 strategic framework, share best practice and look ahead to …
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The AFC Technical Committee approved a series of strategic decisions today aimed at strengthening the technical pillars of Asian football at its second meeting held in Doha, Qatar. Held just hours before the AFC U23 Asian Cup Qatar 2024™ Final between Japan and Uzbekistan, the Committee, led by Chairperson Kohzo …
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The AFC Futsal & Beach Soccer Committee made several key decisions today as part of its efforts to ensure the continued progress of both sports at its second meeting held in Bangkok, Thailand. Held on the eve of the ongoing AFC Futsal Asian Cup Thailand 2024 Final, the Committee, led …
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