Vietnam remain AFF Suzuki Cup favourites but rivals set sights on challenging
Although Vietnam will head into AFF Suzuki Cup 2020 as the favourites, their regional rivals are not giving up on their own shot at the title.
Rivals Malaysia, Indonesia to face top-ranked Vietnam at AFF Suzuki Cup
Fierce rivals Malaysia and Indonesia will face off against one another at the AFF Suzuki Cup, along with defending champions Vietnam, in Group B.
Takehiro Tomiyasu can be the answer to Arsenal's defensive woes
After a steady debut for Arsenal in the weekend's win over Norwich, Takehiro Tomiyasu could prove to be the answer to Mikel Arteta's defensive woes.
Can Asian stars Takefusa Kubo, Lee Kang-in take next step with Mallorca in LaLiga?
Two of Asia's hottest prospects will line up together for Mallorca in LaLiga this season, but can they both take their careers to the next level?
Japan are back, Saudi Arabia maintain their perfect start
Japan and South Korea both overcame their opening losses with 1-0 wins while Saudi Arabia prove to be a threat in Group B.
Australia pass Vietnam test but more is needed for Japan clash
Australia sealed their 10th straight win in Vietnam, but next month's trip to Japan will be a much sterner test of their World Cup credentials.
South Korea beat Lebanon thanks to Kwon goal
South Korea secured their first win in Group B as Paulo Bento's side saw off Lebanon to win 1-0 in Suwon.
Australia beat Vietnam in Asian World Cup qualifying
Rhyan Grant's header earned Australia back-to-back victories in Asia's World Cup preliminaries as Graham Arnold's side defeated Vietnam.
Can Vietnam pull off upset in World Cup qualifiers? Or will Australia win two in a row?
Australia are eyeing a second consecutive win in the third round of Asian qualifiers for the FIFA World Cup but must be wary of plucky Vietnam.
Japan shocked, Vietnam not enough in Asia World Cup qualifiers
Oman pulled off a stunning upset of heavyweights Japan while Vietnam couldn't hold onto their narrow lead against Saudi Arabia
Australia's record-setting win over China was needed ahead of tough Vietnam match
With a record nine-game winning streak now in Asian competition, the Socceroos needed the victory over China to keep their momentum going.
Saudi Arabia fight back to avoid Vietnam shock
Saudi Arabia survived a major scare after trailing Vietnam for the entire first half to hand the 10-man side a 3-1 defeat.
Australia hit three past China to top Group B
Australia have made a perfect start to the next step of World Cup qualifying, defeating China 3-0 at Qatar's Khalifa International Stadium.
India draw 1-1 with Nepal in friendly
Anirudh Thapa's 60th minute equaliser helped India draw against Nepal.
Asia's hopefuls embark on final leg of arduous journey to 2022 FIFA World Cup
Asia's 12 remaining hopefuls will resume their quest to qualify for the 2022 FIFA World Cup on Thursday when the third round of qualifiers begin.
Vietnam resume World Cup quest, but just how much does it mean to a football-mad nation?
As Vietnam continue their quest to reach the FIFA World Cup for the first time, the journey means so much more to an entire football-mad nation.
Wolves sign South Korea's Hwang Hee-chan on loan from RB Leipzig
South Korea international Hwang Hee-chan has secured a move to the Premier League with Wolves after joining on loan from RB Leipzig.
Ligue 1 blasts FIFA in COVID-19 row
A Ligue 1 decision to challenge FIFA would be particularly onerous for Argentina and Brazil, who are counting on Lionel Messi and Neymar for WCQ.
FIFA asks Prem, LaLiga to release WCQ players
FIFA president Infantino said the Prem and LaLiga should release players for the World Cup qualifiers to 'preserve and protect sporting integrity.'
Prem won't release players to 'red-list' countries
Premier League clubs voted unanimously not release players called up for FIFA duty if they are playing in a country on the UK's COVID "red list."
Australia's depth chart for World Cup qualifiers
After an undefeated start on the road to Qatar, the Socceroos will face China and Vietnam next month with major challenges on and off the field.
Takefusa Kubo faces pivotal third season away from Real Madrid
While it is not a make-or-break year, Takefusa Kubo's third season out on loan could be pivotal to his long-term prospects at Real Madrid.
Real Madrid send Japan starlet Takefusa Kubo on loan to Mallorca
Real Madrid's Japanese starlet Takefusa Kubo will spend a third consecutive season out on loan after joining Mallorca for the 2021-22 season.
Japan's Kaoru Mitoma earns move to Premier League with Brighton
Japan international Kaoru Mitoma has earned a move to Premier League outfit Brighton but will spend the coming season on loan in Belgium.
Japan star Kyogo Furuhashi nets hat-trick in first league start for Celtic
Kyogo Furuhashi has made an instant impact at Celtic after scoring a hat-trick for the Scottish giants in his first league start.
WCQ Ladder
| AFC World Cup Qualifying - Round | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IR Iran | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | +4 | 6 |
| South Korea | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | +1 | 4 |
| United Arab Emirates | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Syria | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | -1 | 1 |
| Lebanon | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | -1 | 1 |
| Iraq | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | -3 | 1 |
| AFC World Cup Qualifying - Round | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| Australia | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | +4 | 6 |
| Saudi Arabia | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | +3 | 6 |
| Oman | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| Japan | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| Vietnam | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | -3 | 0 |
| China | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | -4 | 0 |