Saudi Arabia poised to make waves, and not just because of Newcastle's new owners
Overlooked in the scrutiny surrounding Newcastle's ownership is just how good Saudi Arabia's national team has become.
2019 Schedule
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2019 Schedule
4-0-0, 1st in FIFA World Cup Qualifying - AFC
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Can Vietnam convert endeavour into a historic World Cup qualifying win?
Having shown plenty of endeavour without reward so far in the Asian World Cup qualifiers, Vietnam will be looking for victory against Oman.
Heartbreak for Vietnam despite stunning comeback; Japan flatter to deceive again
With late drama and star turns from some big names, there was plenty to digest from the Asian qualifiers for the 2022 FIFA World Cup.
Saudi Arabia-led consortium buys Newcastle
A Saudi Arabia-led takeover of Newcastle United has been completed with the Public Investment Fund (PIF) buying the Premier League club.
Asian World Cup qualifiers: Will Kubo-less Japan find spark? Can Vietnam kickstart campaign?
As the Asian qualifiers for the 2022 FIFA World Cup resume on Thursday, we look at the main talking points from the six matches on Match Day 3.
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.
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
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.
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.
Japan enhance gold medal credentials, South Korea also advance to Olympic quarters
Japan and South Korea will once again represent Asia in Olympic Games men's football after both qualified for the quarterfinals.
Japan close in on Olympics quarters. Could South Korea join them?
South Korea and Japan flew the flag for Asia in Olympics men's football on Sunday, but there was less joy for Saudi Arabia and Australia.
Paulinho signs for Al Ahli after leaving China
Former Brazil international Paulinho has joined Saudi Arabia's Al Ahli after parting ways with Chinese Super League giants Guangzhou.
AFC delays decision on Asian Cup 2027 hosts
The bidding process for the hosting rights for the 2027 Asian Cup has been delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Vietnam get Japan, Australia; heavyweights Korea Republic, Iran to face off
Vietnam will face three heavyweights - Japan, Australia and Saudi Arabia - in the final round of Asian qualifiers for the FIFA World Cup.
Drama aplenty as race to 2022 World Cup in Asia finally resumes
The race to qualify for the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Asia has finally returned, but which teams are in pole position to advance to the next round?
Saudi Arabia proposes World Cups every 2 years
Saudi Arabia's football federation has formally asked FIFA to look at staging biennial World Cups for men and women.
India among five bids to host 2027 Asian Cup
India is one of five nations to have expressed an interest in hosting the 2027 Asian Cup, the Asian Football Confederation said on Wednesday.
Malaysia, Indonesia kept apart in AFC U-19 champs
Malaysia and Indonesia have been kept apart in the group stage of the 2020 AFC U-19 Championship after the draw was made on Thursday afternoon.
Amnesty Int. criticises Newcastle takeover
Human rights organisation Amnesty International have criticised Newcastle's potential takeover by the Saudi-backed consortium PCP Partners.
Asian Cup: Australia to face hosts UAE in quarters
Maty Ryan earned champions Australia a quarterfinal place in the Asian Cup on Monday as he made two saves in a shootout to see off Uzbekistan.
Jesus and Sandro steer Brazil to victory
Brazil had scored 16 goals in their four previous wins against the Saudis but the home side matched the visitors, particularly in midfield.
Ex-West Ham boss Bilic appointed by Al Ittihad
Slaven Bilic, who has also spent spells in charge of Croatia, Lokomotiv Moscow and Besiktas, signed a three-year deal on Thursday.
Ezzat resigns from Saudi Arabia, eyes AFC presidency
Adel Ezzat has resigned from his post as president of the Saudi Arabia Football Federation in a bid to run for Asia's top job in 2019.
AFC teams exit Russia, look to January's Asian Cup
John Duerden takes a look at lessons all the AFC nations learned from the 2018 World Cup and what needs to be done in the coming weeks and months.
Why the Arab nations have struggled at the World Cup
Russia 2018 has not been a great tournament for the Arab world with all four representatives crashing out with a game to spare. But why?
2022 WCQ Ladder
2022 Team LeadersFIFA World Cup Qualifying - AFC
- Goals
- Assists
RankingsFIFA World Cup Qualifying - AFC
Goal Difference18
Goals Scored22
Assists0
Goals Conceded4