AFC Asian Cup

Iran anthem protest: Female footballers ‘proud’ to become Australian
Fatemeh Pasandideh and Atefeh Ramezanisadeh refused to sing Iran anthem at Asian Cup, now granted Australia citizenship.
Published On 6 Aug 2026
Qatar seek first ever World Cup points in opening game against Switzerland
Published On 13 Jun 2026
‘We have the right to dream’: Jordan get set to appear at first World Cup
Published On 6 Jun 2026
Asian Cup 2027: Holders Qatar to face Japan in tough group-stage draw
Published On 10 May 2026
Saudi Arabia-hosted Asian Cup draw rescheduled due to US-Israel war on Iran
Published On 15 Apr 2026
Women’s Asian Cup finalists accuse governing body over equal money
Published On 2 Apr 2026
Third time’s the charm? Australia face stern Japan test in Asian Cup final
Published On 20 Mar 2026
Australia beat China 2-1 in 2026 Women’s Asian Cup semifinal – updates
Published On 17 Mar 2026
China beat Taiwan 2-0 in extra time to reach Women’s Asian Cup semifinals
Published On 14 Mar 2026

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Iran’s Women’s Asian Cup team have ‘so much concern’ for families back home

Players contesting the Women’s Asian Cup in Australia share fears for loved ones at home amid US-Israeli attacks.

Qatar’s Akram Afif, Japan’s Kiko Seike named Asia’s best footballers by AFC

Al Sadd forward Afif won the award for the second time after leading Qatar to the AFC Asian Cup title at home in 2023.

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‘In Gaza, football is the only escape’: Palestine star Mahmoud Wadi on war

Wadi talks about growing up in Gaza, leaving to follow his dream and the struggles of being a Palestinian footballer.

Jordan’s heartbreak is Qatar’s joy as hosts are crowned Asian Champions

Qatar became the first country in 20 years to win back-to-back Asian Cup titles with a 3-1 win over Jordan.

Jordan vs Qatar 1-3: AFC Asian Cup 2023 final – as it happened

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Published on 10 Feb 2024
Goodbye for now
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Published on 10 Feb 2024
Akif sidesteps questions on a European move
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Published on 10 Feb 2024
Qatar fans continue the party in Doha’s Souq Waqif
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Published on 10 Feb 2024
Qatar fans celebrate Asian Cup victory

Asian Cup final brings FIFA World Cup frenzy back to Qatar’s Souq Waqif

Excitement for the Asian Cup football final is reaching fever pitch as al-Annabi take on an-Nashama at Lusail Stadium.

‘Are we Argentina now?’: Asian Cup final sparks football frenzy in Jordan

An-Nashama’s Asian Cup success has enthralled Jordanians, many of whom are scrambling for last-minute flights to Qatar.

In-form Qatar look to defend Asian Cup crown against gritty Jordan

Qatar will look to defend their AFC Asian Cup title at home against a side that has blown away the big guns.

Qatar oust mighty Iran to set date with destiny in Asian Cup

Hosts and holders win a thrilling high-tempo clash to book a place in the final against Jordan.

Iran vs Qatar 2-3: AFC Asian Cup 2023 semifinal – as it happened

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Published on 7 Feb 2024
Goodbye for now
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Published on 7 Feb 2024
Afif is player of the match
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Published on 7 Feb 2024
The day that was
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Published on 7 Feb 2024
Respect in the beautiful game

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