FIFA World Cup 2026 AFC qualifiers: Unstoppable Japan thrashes Indonesia to move closer to qualification
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FIFA World Cup 2026 AFC qualifiers: Unstoppable Japan thrashes Indonesia to move closer to qualification

The Hindu  

Japan thrashed Indonesia 4-0 in Jakarta on Friday as Hajime Moriyasu’s relentless side moved seven points clear at the top of Group C of Asia’s 2026 World Cup qualifiers and another step closer to an automatic finals spot. An own goal from Justin Hubner 10 minutes before the interval gave the Japanese the lead before strikes from Takumi Minamino, Hidemasa Morita and Yukinari Sugawara earned the visitor its fourth win in five qualifiers. The first two finishers in each of Asia’s three preliminary groups advance automatically to the 2026 World Cup while the third and fourth-placed nations progress to a further round of qualifiers. Indonesia gifted Japan its third goal four minutes into the second half when Paes played the ball directly to Morita and the Sporting midfielder slotted the ball through the legs of two defenders to score.

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FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers, AFC points table: Complete standings for Asian qualification in third round
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20 hours, 7 minutes ago

FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers, AFC points table: Complete standings for Asian qualification in third round

The Hindu  

The third round of the FIFA World Cup Asian Qualifiers is set to resume from Thursday, March 20. Here are the standings in the third round so far: Third Round Group A Standings: Group A MP W D L GF GA GD Pts. Iran 6 5 1 0 12 5 7 16 Uzbekistan 6 4 1 1 8 5 3 …

Japan first team to qualify for 2026 World Cup after victory over Bahrain
1 day, 9 hours ago

Japan first team to qualify for 2026 World Cup after victory over Bahrain

Al Jazeera  

Japan ensure a top two finish with 2-0 win against Bahrain in Group C of Asia qualifiers for 2026 World Cup. Japan became the first team to qualify for the 2026 World Cup after beating Bahrain 2-0 at Saitama Stadium. Second-half goals from Daichi Kamada and Takefusa Kubo ensured the Samurai Blue secured a spot in Asia Group C’s top …

Australia thrash Indonesia in AFC World Cup qualifiers
1 day, 9 hours ago

Australia thrash Indonesia in AFC World Cup qualifiers

Al Jazeera  

The win boosts Australia’s chance of finishing second in Group C, behind Japan, to qualify for the 48-team World Cup in North America next year. Two goals in two minutes helped Australia secure a 5-1 thrashing of Indonesia to inch closer to World Cup qualification as Dutch legend Patrick Kluivert was well beaten in his first game in charge. “But …

How to qualify for FIFA World Cup 2026 in Asia?
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1 day, 16 hours ago

How to qualify for FIFA World Cup 2026 in Asia?

The Hindu  

The third round of the Asian Football Confederation World Cup Qualifiers is set to resume from Thursday, March 20. With plenty at stake for all the teams in the third round, teams would be gearing up to qualify for the FIFA World Cup 2026 in USA, Mexico and Canada. AFC FIFA WORLD CUP 2026 QUALIFIERS THIRD ROUND The third round …

FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers, AFC: Australia vs Indonesia preview, what are the coaches saying?
1 day, 19 hours ago

FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers, AFC: Australia vs Indonesia preview, what are the coaches saying?

The Hindu  

Australia’s Socceroos are gearing up for a crucial World Cup qualifier against Indonesia on Thursday, with the Australian public expecting a victory to secure their position in the 2026 tournament. Australian players train ahead of the World Cup qualifying match against Indonesia at the Sydney Football Stadium, Sydney, Australia, Wednesday, March 19, 2025. Australian players warm up during a training …

Japan on cusp of being first qualifier to join co-host nations at 2026 World Cup
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2 days, 5 hours ago

Japan on cusp of being first qualifier to join co-host nations at 2026 World Cup

Deccan Chronicle  

It's a simple equation for Hajime Moriyasu and his Japan team this week: beat Bahrain and a 2026 World Cup spot is guaranteed. Another win would put Japan at least 10 points clear of the third-place team with just three games remaining in Group C. “Nothing is decided yet and I believe we should prioritize how we can play to …

Australia vs Indonesia – World Cup qualifier: Hosts braced for the unknown
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2 days, 9 hours ago

Australia vs Indonesia – World Cup qualifier: Hosts braced for the unknown

Al Jazeera  

The match in Sydney will see the Group C sides battle for a chance to qualify for the FIFA World Cup 2026. The Australian men’s football team’s head coach Tony Popovic believes there will be a degree of the unknown when his side face an Indonesian team led for the first time by Patrick Kluivert in a qualifying match for …

FIFA 2026 World Cup qualifiers: Japan eyes win over Bahrain to become first team to make it to finals
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2 days, 21 hours ago

FIFA 2026 World Cup qualifiers: Japan eyes win over Bahrain to become first team to make it to finals

The Hindu  

Japan will become the first nation to qualify for the 2026 World Cup on Thursday if it defeats Bahrain at Saitama Stadium as Hajime Moriyasu’s side look to continue its imperious form in Asia’s preliminaries. Three points would guarantee Japan a top-two finish in Group C and see it join co-hosts the United States, Canada and Mexico at next year’s …

Japan set to seal World Cup spot as Son aims to forget Spurs woes
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3 days, 5 hours ago

Japan set to seal World Cup spot as Son aims to forget Spurs woes

Hindustan Times  

Japan can become the first team to qualify for the 2026 World Cup this week while Son Heung-min will try to forget his Tottenham woes by firing South Korea to the finals. There are three groups in the third Asian qualifying round for 2026, with the top two in each going straight to the World Cup. Indonesia have leaned heavily …

FIFA World Cup 2026: Patrick Kluivert aims to take Indonesia to first-ever World Cup
2 months, 1 week ago

FIFA World Cup 2026: Patrick Kluivert aims to take Indonesia to first-ever World Cup

The Hindu  

Netherlands and Barcelona great Patrick Kluivert on Sunday said he aims to take football-mad Indonesia to their first World Cup since independence, as he was officially unveiled as their new coach. “Everybody knows we will be playing four games, four finals, and we want to achieve what we want to achieve,” Kluivert told a press conference in Jakarta. “The most …

Analysing India’s AFC Asian Cup 2027 qualifiers opponents
3 months, 1 week ago

Analysing India’s AFC Asian Cup 2027 qualifiers opponents

The Hindu  

Manolo Marquez’s India has been drawn in Group C of the AFC Asian Cup qualifiers along with Hong Kong, Singapore and Bangladesh. Sportstar looks at India’s opponents ahead of the qualifiers 1) Hong Kong India has previously faced Hong Kong in the 2023 Asian Cup qualifiers in Kolkata in 2022. Westwood foiled India’s chances of advancing to the third round …

WATCH: Gerson's sensational volley goal as Brazil draw 1-1 with Uruguay
4 months ago

WATCH: Gerson's sensational volley goal as Brazil draw 1-1 with Uruguay

Firstpost  

Brazil are fifth in the CONMEBOL World Cup qualifiers standings after their second straight draw. Brazil drew 1-1 with Uruguay in South American qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup on Tuesday after Gerson’s brilliant strike cancelled out Federico Valverde’s opener for the visitors. Five-times World Cup winners Brazil are fifth in the CONMEBOL standings on 18 points, one point behind …

FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers: Victory over Saudi Arabia gives Indonesia WC belief, says coach Shin
4 months ago

FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers: Victory over Saudi Arabia gives Indonesia WC belief, says coach Shin

The Hindu  

Indonesia coach Shin Tae-yong believes his team’s shock 2-0 win over former Asian champions Saudi Arabia in Jakarta on Tuesday gives them a real chance of reaching the 2026 World Cup. Marselino Ferdinan struck twice against the Herve Renard-coached Saudis to secure his country’s first win in the third phase of the continent’s qualifiers, boosting their hopes of an appearance …

FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers: Superb Martinez strike gives Argentina 1-0 win over Peru
4 months ago

FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers: Superb Martinez strike gives Argentina 1-0 win over Peru

The Hindu  

A second-half strike from Lautaro Martinez gave Argentina a 1-0 home win over Peru in South American qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup on Tuesday, with the striker’s goal moving him into a tie with Diego Maradona as the country’s fifth all-time scorer. Martinez notched his 32nd international goal 10 minutes after the break, capitalising on a fine cross from …

FIFA World Cup 2026 AFC Qualifiers: Japan on brink of qualification, Indonesia stuns Saudi Arabia
4 months ago

FIFA World Cup 2026 AFC Qualifiers: Japan on brink of qualification, Indonesia stuns Saudi Arabia

The Hindu  

Japan is within touching distance of an eighth straight World Cup appearance after a 3-1 win over China on Tuesday put the team nine points clear of second-place Australia, which drew 2-2 with Bahrain, in its Asian qualifying group. READ | England has all the tools to win 2026 World Cup under Tuchel, says Carsley The Portsmouth forward opened the …

China loses to Japan in World Cup qualifier
4 months ago

China loses to Japan in World Cup qualifier

China Daily  

Wang Dalei, goalkeeper of China, reacts during the 2026 FIFA World Cup Asian Qualifier match between China and Japan in Xiamen, Southeast China's Fujian province, Nov 19, 2024. XIAMEN -- China conceded three headers and lost to Japan 3-1 in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier here on Tuesday. China pulled one goal back in the third minute of the …

Socceroos plagued with age-old striking woes after misfiring World Cup qualification window
4 months ago

Socceroos plagued with age-old striking woes after misfiring World Cup qualification window

ABC  

The Socceroos had a golden chance to stamp their authority on their World Cup qualification group this November window. It's a log jam that nobody seems able to break away from, with Saudi Arabia's shock defeat against Indonesia in Jakarta earlier on Wednesday ensuring that every team has at least one victory to their name in Group C. "Everyone's finding …

Japan on brink of reaching World Cup while Indonesia stuns Saudi Arabia
4 months ago

Japan on brink of reaching World Cup while Indonesia stuns Saudi Arabia

Associated Press  

XIAMEN, China — Japan is within touching distance of an eighth straight World Cup appearance after a 3-1 win over China on Tuesday put the team nine points clear of second-place Australia, which drew 2-2 with Bahrain, in their Asian qualifying group. Zaid Al Qanbar opened the scoring after 12 minutes though Son Heung-min soon found the target to keep …

Indonesia shock Saudi Arabia in World Cup qualifier
4 months ago

Indonesia shock Saudi Arabia in World Cup qualifier

Al Jazeera  

Indonesia record an upset against Saudi Arabia with their first win in the group stage of the AFC World Cup qualifiers. Indonesia have shocked Saudi Arabia with a 2-0 win in Jakarta in Group C of the Asian qualifiers for the FIFA 2026 World Cup. It is so close in our group.” The game became fractious late on with the …

FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers: Son scores as South Korea beats Kuwait 3-1; Ten-man Iran pips North Korea 3-1
4 months ago

FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers: Son scores as South Korea beats Kuwait 3-1; Ten-man Iran pips North Korea 3-1

The Hindu  

Son Heung-min scored a landmark 50th goal for his country to put South Korea a step closer to the World Cup on Thursday as Australia and Saudi Arabia cancelled each other out. Victory left South Korea comfortably top of Group B with four wins and a draw after five matches and on course for the 2026 World Cup in North …

Japan vs Indonesia: Moriyasu expects tough test in AFC qualifiers for FIFA World Cup 2026
4 months ago

Japan vs Indonesia: Moriyasu expects tough test in AFC qualifiers for FIFA World Cup 2026

The Hindu  

Japan coach Hajime Moriyasu said Thursday he expects a tough test against an Indonesian team filled with European-born players when the two sides clash in World Cup qualifying in Jakarta. A potential victory over Indonesia in front of 78,000 fans in the country’s capital puts an eighth straight World Cup berth within reach. Tomorrow we will fight very hard.” The …

FIFA World Cup 2026, AFC Qualifiers Round 3: What are the qualifying matches from Asia in this international break?
4 months, 1 week ago

FIFA World Cup 2026, AFC Qualifiers Round 3: What are the qualifying matches from Asia in this international break?

The Hindu  

The third round of the Asian Qualifiers for the FIFA World Cup 2026 will return from November 14 onwards in this international break, with fixtures from Matchday 5 and 6 taking place. The top two teams in each of the three groups will earn direct berths for the quadrennial football showpiece, while the third and fourth place teams will advance …

China's Fight for Survival: Can They Escape the Asian Qualifiers?
5 months ago

China's Fight for Survival: Can They Escape the Asian Qualifiers?

China Daily  

China secures a crucial win against Indonesia in the third phase of their World Cup Asian qualifying Group C match, but remains rooted at the bottom of the group on goal difference. Despite the narrow victory, Branko Ivankovic's men receive a morale-boosting boost from the first win from their second home game in the current stage. However, they must navigate …

Two Own-Goals See 1-1 Draw in Asia World Cup Qualifiers
5 months ago

Two Own-Goals See 1-1 Draw in Asia World Cup Qualifiers

Associated Press  

Two own-goals saw the points shared between Japan and Australia in Asian World Cup qualifying. Japan, which has appeared at every World Cup since 1998, attacked from the beginning but struggled to create clear chances despite the majority of possession. Australia stunned the hosts by taking the lead after 58 minutes with a goal that came out of nothing. Keito …

Australia held to 0-0 draw by Indonesia in World Cup qualifying and China loses to Saudi Arabia
6 months, 1 week ago

Australia held to 0-0 draw by Indonesia in World Cup qualifying and China loses to Saudi Arabia

Associated Press  

JAKARTA, Indonesia — Australia’s stuttering start to the third round of World Cup qualifying hit another bump Tuesday with a 0-0 draw against Indonesia in Jakarta. The result follows a 1-0 loss at home to Bahrain last week and leaves the Socceroos still without a goal in Group C as they aim for a sixth successive World Cup appearance. China …

China suffer crushing defeat against Japan in WC Asian qualifiers
6 months, 2 weeks ago

China suffer crushing defeat against Japan in WC Asian qualifiers

China Daily  

Wataru Endo of Japan celebrates with teammates after scoring during the 2026 FIFA World Cup Asian qualifier match between China and Japan in Saitama, Japan, Sept 5, 2024. TOKYO - China's national team suffered a crushing 7-0 defeat to Japan on Thursday in their 2026 FIFA World Cup Asian qualifiers third round opener. The third round of the Asian qualifiers …

Australia stunned by Bahrain in World Cup qualifying as Palestinians draw with South Korea
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Australia stunned by Bahrain in World Cup qualifying as Palestinians draw with South Korea

Associated Press  

SEOUL, South Korea — Australia fell to a shock 1-0 loss to Bahrain at home in the opening game of the third round of Asian World Cup qualifying on Thursday. South Korea last missed out on the World Cup in 1982 and got off to a poor start in Group B due to the Palestinians. South Korea missed chance after …

Palestinians face one of Asia’s toughest soccer tests to start the 3rd round of World Cup qualifying
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Palestinians face one of Asia’s toughest soccer tests to start the 3rd round of World Cup qualifying

Associated Press  

The Palestinian team is closer to the World Cup than ever after reaching the third round of qualifying in Asia as one of the top 18 on the continent. “Our goal is to be among the first four teams in the group, and we are capable of that,” Makram Daboub, head coach of the Palestinian team, told The Associated Press. …

Japan, Australia and Saudi Arabia grouped together in third round of Asian World Cup qualifying
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Japan, Australia and Saudi Arabia grouped together in third round of Asian World Cup qualifying

Associated Press  

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia — Japan, Australia and Saudi Arabia will face each other in the third round of Asia’s World Cup qualification for a third cycle in a row following Thursday’s draw in Kuala Lumpur. The top two from each of the three groups of six will qualify for the World Cup, while the six teams that finish third and …

FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers points table LIVE: AFC standings, Kuwait qualifying over India, North Korea qualifies for Asian Cup
9 months, 1 week ago

FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers points table LIVE: AFC standings, Kuwait qualifying over India, North Korea qualifies for Asian Cup

The Hindu  

It’s the final matchday of the second round of the FIFA World Cup Asian Qualifiers 2026 as lot of sides will be giving one last push to make it to the third round. FOLLOW: LIVE updates of the Qatar vs India FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier The Blue Tigers have to at least juice out a draw against the mighty …

FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers: How can Vietnam qualify for the third round?
9 months, 1 week ago

FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers: How can Vietnam qualify for the third round?

The Hindu  

While India will be keeping one eye on Afghanistan’s match against Kuwait as they battle it out against heavyweights Qatar for a place in the third round of the FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers, there are a few other close contests panning out in other groups. Positions Teams Matches Won Drawn Lost GF GA GD Points 1 Iraq 5 5 …

China into U17 Women's Asian Cup semifinals
10 months, 1 week ago

China into U17 Women's Asian Cup semifinals

China Daily  

Dong Yujie of China vies with Fukushima Noa of Japan during the Group B match of the AFC U17 Women's Asian Cup 2024 between Japan and China in Bali, Indonesia, May 13, 2024. JAKARTA - Despite a 4-0 loss to Japan in the final group game here on Monday, China still advanced into the semifinals of the 2024 AFC U17 …

Paris 2024: Uzbekistan, Japan men’s football teams secure qualification for Olympic Games
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Paris 2024: Uzbekistan, Japan men’s football teams secure qualification for Olympic Games

The Hindu  

Uzbekistan and Japan on Monday secured two of Asia’s three berths at this year’s Olympic Games football tournament with wins over Indonesia and Iraq respectively at the Under-23 Asian Cup in Qatar. Husain Norchaev put Timur Kapadze’s side in front with a volleyed finish from close range in the 68th minute before Pratama Arhan’s late own goal confirmed Uzbekistan’s progress …

Under-23 Asian Cup moves into quarterfinals. Indonesia eyes its first Olympic qualification
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Under-23 Asian Cup moves into quarterfinals. Indonesia eyes its first Olympic qualification

Associated Press  

DOHA, Qatar — Indonesia heads into its quarterfinal match against South Korea at the Under-23 Asian Cup with a chance to move a step closer to its first-ever Olympic appearance. We want to be in the semifinals,” said Indonesia coach Shin Tae-yong, who was in charge of South Korea at the 2018 World Cup and will now try to prevent …

Japan advances in World Cup qualifying with forfeit win over N.Korea
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Japan advances in World Cup qualifying with forfeit win over N.Korea

The Hindu  

Japan has been declared the winner of its cancelled World Cup qualifying match against North Korea by forfeit, the sport’s global governing body told the Japan Football Association on Saturday. “The FIFA disciplinary committee informed us of its decision to forfeit this match as a 0-3 defeat for North Korea,” the JFA said in a statement. Japan beat North Korea …

Japan to advance in World Cup qualifying after N. Korea game cancelled
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Japan to advance in World Cup qualifying after N. Korea game cancelled

The Hindu  

Japan look poised to reach the final stage of qualifying for the 2026 World Cup without kicking a ball after FIFA said their match at North Korea will not be rescheduled. North Korea was supposed to stage the qualifier on Tuesday in the capital Pyongyang but five days before the game, officials abruptly said the isolated country could not play …

Asian Cup 2023: Of Qatar’s redemption, Jordan’s fairytale run, Palestine’s history
1 year, 1 month ago

Asian Cup 2023: Of Qatar’s redemption, Jordan’s fairytale run, Palestine’s history

The Hindu  

‘Football, bloody hell.’ Sir Alex Ferguson’s famous aphorism has been iterated so much that it feels too trite to recall. Qatar exorcises horrid memories of World Cup The Asian Cup came a full circle on February 10, with Qatar winning consecutive titles — the first in the tournament since Japan in 2004 — at the same venue where it began …

Drama-filled Asian Cup fuels 2026 World Cup hopes
1 year, 1 month ago

Drama-filled Asian Cup fuels 2026 World Cup hopes

New Indian Express  

DOHA: An Asian Cup that will be remembered for shocks and dramatic finishes has showcased the region's strength in depth and raised hopes its teams could reach new heights at the 2026 World Cup. Eight direct spots and one intercontinental playoff berth are up for grabs for Asian Football Confederation sides at the expanded 48-team World Cup in the United …

AFC Asian Cup 2023: Iran eliminates Japan to reach semifinals after Jahanbakhsh scores late penalty
1 year, 1 month ago

AFC Asian Cup 2023: Iran eliminates Japan to reach semifinals after Jahanbakhsh scores late penalty

The Hindu  

Iran knocked out four-time champion Japan with a 2-1 victory in its Asian Cup quarterfinal clash after skipper Alireza Jahanbakhsh converted a penalty in stoppage time at Education City Stadium on Saturday. The victory also saw Iran avenge its 2019 semifinal loss to Japan and when the final whistle blew, the Iranian bench emptied onto the pitch and an emotional …

AFC Asian Cup: Japan thrashes Bahrain 3-1 to enter quarterfinal
1 year, 1 month ago

AFC Asian Cup: Japan thrashes Bahrain 3-1 to enter quarterfinal

The Hindu  

Four-time champions Japan eased into the quarterfinals of the Asian Cup with a clinical 3-1 victory over Bahrain on Wednesday at Al Thumama Stadium with goals from Ritsu Doan, Takefusa Kubo and Ayase Ueda. Bahrain coach Juan Anotnio Pizzi had been looking to heal old wounds after his Saudi Arabia team lost to Japan at the same stage in 2019 …

Asian Cup 2023: Thailand moves closer to knockout stage with scoreless draw against Oman
1 year, 1 month ago

Asian Cup 2023: Thailand moves closer to knockout stage with scoreless draw against Oman

The Hindu  

Thailand moved closer to securing a spot in the knockout stage of the Asian Cup after drawing 0-0 with Oman on Sunday. The result puts Thailand top of Group F with four points from two games, though Saudi Arabia can take first place with a victory against Kyrgyzstan later Sunday. READ | Bayern suffers shock home loss to Werder to …

How can India qualify for the round of 16 of AFC Asian Cup 2023?
1 year, 2 months ago

How can India qualify for the round of 16 of AFC Asian Cup 2023?

The Hindu  

India’s campaign at the AFC Asian Cup 2023 is all but over after consecutive defeats, to Australia and Uzbekistan, at the Ahmad bin Ali Stadium over the last week. Voting lines now open for Sportstar ACES Awards 2024 Of the 24 teams participating in this edition of the tournament, the top two teams from each group and the four best …

FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers AFC points table after India vs Qatar: Blue Tigers second in Group A
1 year, 3 months ago

FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers AFC points table after India vs Qatar: Blue Tigers second in Group A

The Hindu  

India suffered a 3-0 loss against Qatar in their second match of the second round FIFA World Cup 2026 AFC Qualifiers, moving it to down to third in Group A with three points from two matches. India is drawn in Group A, with Kuwait, Afghanistan and Qatar. Group A standings: Position Teams Matches Won Drawn Lost GF GA GD Points …

FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers: India beat Kuwait in second round opener after Manvir's second-half goal
1 year, 4 months ago

FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers: India beat Kuwait in second round opener after Manvir's second-half goal

India TV News  

Team India kicked off their second-round campaign in the FIFA World Cup 2026 AFC Qualifiers with a 1-0 win against Kuwait, their first against the Middle East nation this year, following Manvir Singh's sole goal in the second half at the Jaber Al-Ahmad International Stadium in Kuwait City on Thursday, November 16. Kuwait didn't let the Blue Tigers off the …

Team China starts World Cup qualifiers with victory over Thailand
1 year, 4 months ago

Team China starts World Cup qualifiers with victory over Thailand

China Daily  

It was not easy in the pouring rain, but China's men's soccer team earned three crucial points after winning its first Asian qualifier for the 2026 World Cup, beating Thailand 2-1 on Thursday at the Rajamangala Stadium in Bangkok. Thailand got the lead after Sarach Yooyen scored in the 23rd minute, but Team China captain Wu Lei equaled six minutes …

War forces Palestine, Lebanon teams to begin FIFA World Cup 2026 quest away from home
1 year, 4 months ago

War forces Palestine, Lebanon teams to begin FIFA World Cup 2026 quest away from home

The Hindu  

Palestine’s national football team begins its challenge for a place in the next phase of Asia’s 2026 World Cup preliminaries in Sharjah on Thursday, facing off against Lebanon at a neutral venue due to the impact of the Israel-Hamas war in the region. Lebanon and Palestine will meet at the Khalid bin Mohammed Stadium in the United Arab Emirates before …

Australia aims to top World Cup qualifying: Behich
1 year, 4 months ago

Australia aims to top World Cup qualifying: Behich

The Hindu  

Australia aims to top World Cup qualifying in the Asia groups and avoid another tricky route to the 2026 finals in North America after needing to grind to reach Qatar and Russia, defender Aziz Behich said. The expanded 48-team World Cup in Canada, the United States and Mexico means Asia will have eight teams able to qualify directly in 2026, …

FIFA World Cup 2026: Asia qualifiers set to kick off with the continent’s lowest-ranked teams
1 year, 5 months ago

FIFA World Cup 2026: Asia qualifiers set to kick off with the continent’s lowest-ranked teams

The Hindu  

Asia is set to start its 2026 World Cup journey, giving the lower-ranked teams such as Afghanistan, Bhutan and Pakistan a chance to grab some attention and secure matches against football’s continental heavyweights. The Asian Football Confederation’s 20 lowest-ranked teams compete in two-leg, home-and-away series on Thursday and next Tuesday, with the 10 winners advancing to the second round of …

India vs Japan HIGHLIGHTS Asian Champions Trophy: India thrashes Japan 5-0, sets up final against Malaysia
1 year, 7 months ago

India vs Japan HIGHLIGHTS Asian Champions Trophy: India thrashes Japan 5-0, sets up final against Malaysia

The Hindu  

August 11, 2023 14:42 INDIA VS JAPAN PREVIEW The last match between India and Japan ended in a draw that was dominated by the host but frustratingly defended by the reigning Asian Games champion to blunt the battery of Indian attacks. On Friday, India will be looking to find a way to break that down as it seeks a spot …

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