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AFC to form COVID-19 Advisory Expert Group!

The Asian Football Confederation’s (AFC) commitment to prioritise the health and wellbeing of all its stakeholders by upholding the highest health protocol standards was further underlined after the AFC Medical Committee agreed at its meeting today to form the AFC COVID-19 Advisory Expert Group. Epidemiological and Public Health Experts will …

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Shaikh Salman extends condolences on the passing of Iran’s Mehrdad Minavand!

Asian Football Confederation (AFC) President Shaikh Salman bin Ebrahim Al Khalifa has sent his condolences to the Football Federation Islamic Republic of Iran (FFIRI) and to the family and loved ones of former IR Iran international Mehrdad Minavand who passed away at the age of 45 on Wednesday after contracting …

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2021 AFC Champions League draw produces thrilling groups!

Ulsan Hyundai FC will begin the defence of their title in Group F following the conclusion of the draw for the 2021 AFC Champions League in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on Wednesday. The 2021 AFC Champions League will see 40 teams in the group stage – an increase of eight – …

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Group Stage draw sets stage for thrilling 2021 AFC Cup!

The 2021 AFC Cup is set to be a thrilling affair following the conclusion of the Group Stage draw in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on Wednesday, January 27. The 2021 AFC Cup Group Stage will see 39 clubs competing – an increase of three from 2019 – with a newly-introduced Group …

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AFC and KONAMI sign new sponsorship and licensing deal!

The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) today announced an expanded partnership renewal with Konami Digital Entertainment Co., Ltd. for the upcoming four-year rights cycle that includes global sponsorship and licensing rights for both AFC national team and club competitions. The global partnership encompasses major AFC competitions, including but not limited to …

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AFC rebrands major national team and club competitions!

The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) today launched an exciting and dynamic range of brand-new logomarks and visual identities for its major national team tournaments – the AFC Asian Qualifiers, AFC Asian Cup, AFC Women’s Asian Cup, AFC U23 Asian Cup, and the hugely popular annual club competitions – the AFC …

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AFC President extends condolences on the passing of Gary Power!

Asian Football Confederation (AFC) President Shaikh Salman bin Ebrahim Al Khalifa has sent his condolences to Football Australia and to the family and loved ones of former FIFA referee and respected administrator Gary Power who passed away at the age of 69 on Tuesday after bravely battling cancer. Power was …

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AFC & Continental Tires announce renewal of sponsorship rights deal!

The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has today announced the extension of its partnership with Continental Tires for the upcoming four-year rights cycle. Continental Tires will continue to be the Official Tire Partner of the AFC national team competitions and the exclusive sponsor in the tire category. The extended global sponsorship …

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Future in focus as FIFA President stresses Asia’s key role!

Football’s response to COVID-19, the international match calendar and future competitions were among the topics covered as FIFA President Gianni Infantino spoke via video link to the 30th Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Congress. “We have shown strength, unity and solidarity, and this was the only way to cope with COVID, …

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AFC issues RFP for AFC Event Management System!

The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) to System Vendors to receive a formal proposal and quotation for the implementation of the AFC Event Management System. All interested parties are required to confirm their participation in this tender by sending an email to procurement@the-afc.com latest by December …

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