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Thailand show early promise at U-23 Asian Cup ahead of huge Saudi Arabia test
Thailand defeated Iraq to get off to a perfect start at the AFC U-23 Asian Cup but a sterner test awaits.
FIFA World Cup Qualifying - AFC
South Korea bounces back as Iraq, Australia progress in World Cup qualifiers
Iraq and Australia booked their third round berths while South Korea returned to form after their draw last week.
FIFA World Cup Qualifying - AFC
Five things to keep an eye on for match day 4 of the Asian World Cup qualifiers
From teams desperately needing a win to those on the verge of advancing, here are five things to look out for on match day 4 of the Asian World Cup qualifiers.
FIFA World Cup Qualifying - AFC
South Korea held by Thailand in first game of post-Klinsmann era
South Korea dropped points in a draw against Thailand but still maintained their Group C lead after China failed to capitalize.
FIFA World Cup Qualifying - AFC
Five things to keep an eye on as Asian qualifiers for World Cup return
After a four-month hiatus, the second round of Asian qualifiers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup returns this week -- and there's plenty to keep a close eye on.
AFC Asian Cup
AFC Asian Cup 2023 bracket, results and venues
Check out all the results and venues for the 2023 AFC Asian Cup in Qatar, including the knockout bracket.
AFC Asian Cup
Asian Cup transfer targets: Which young guns will Europe's giants be eying?
With the AFC Asian Cup coming to an end, ESPN assesses some of the most exciting players aged 23 and under who have featured in Qatar.
AFC Asian Cup
Reporters banned after confronting Iraq manager
The Asian Football Confederation has revoked the accreditation of journalists who angrily confronted Iraq coach Jesús Casas after the team's elimination at the Asian Cup and will bar them from covering future AFC tournaments.
Soccer
Jordan score last-gasp goal to knock out Iraq
Jordan advanced to the Asian Cup quarter-finals after two stoppage-time goals secured a 3-2 win over Iraq, who had striker and tournament top scorer Aymen Hussein sent off late on for his goal celebrations on Monday.
Aymen Hussein
Soccer
Asian Cup controversy: Red card for mimicking leads to Iraq's elimination
Iraq's elimination from the Asian Cup was one of controversy, after they had Aymen Hussein sent off seemingly for mimicking the opponents' celebration.
AFC Asian Cup
From heavyweight clash to potential upsets: Previewing the Asian Cup round of 16
The 2023 AFC Asian Cup round of 16 will deliver plenty of tantalising ties -- from heavyweight clashes to potential upsets.
AFC Asian Cup
Five ambitious Asian nations on course for the 2026 World Cup in North America
With Asia effectively doubling its representatives at the 2026 World Cup in North America, Joey Lynch takes a look those nations most likely to secure a berth.
AFC Asian Cup
Asian Cup knockout stage: Which nations have qualified, which teams are out
The group stage of the Asian Cup has concluded after a dramatic final match day. Here's who has qualified and who's heading home.
AFC Asian Cup
Iraq pull off massive upset to raise more doubts over Japan's Asian Cup credentials
Iraq have pulled off a massive upset at the AFC Asian Cup to raise more doubts over Japan's title credentials.
Soccer
Iraq earn shock win over Japan in Asian Cup
Iraq claimed their first victory over Japan in 42 years when they won their Asian Cup Group D encounter 2-1 on Friday.
AFC Asian Cup
Five Asian Cup players not signed to European clubs to watch
The January transfer window is open and the Asian Cup offers the perfect platform for top European clubs to scout some of the AFC's best talents.
AFC Asian Cup
The biggest names set to light up the Asian Cup
Ahead of the AFC Asian Cup, we look at the most-prominent players to keep a close eye on over the next month.
AFC Asian Cup
2023 AFC Asian Cup team-by-team guide: Ones to watch, expectations for each nation
ESPN previews each of the 24 Asian Cup teams ahead of what promises to be a historic tournament. Here's all the key info on the squads set to compete.
news - in football
Asian Games: Tao brace sees China beat India 5-1
The Indian men's football team began their Asian Games campaign with a 5-1 loss to China.
news - in football
Lebanon beat India 1-0 to finish third in King's Cup
Follow minute-by-minute live commentary of India vs Lebanon at the 2023 King's Cup. India take on higher-ranked Iraq in the semifinal of the 2023 King's Cup in Chiang Mai, Thailand.
news - in football
Iraq beat India on penalties after 2-2 in regulation time
Follow minute-by-minute live commentary of India vs Iraq at the 2023 King's Cup. India take on higher-ranked Iraq in the semifinal of the 2023 King's Cup in Chiang Mai, Thailand.
AFC Asian Cup
Malaysia face South Korea test, Indonesia to take on Japan at Asian Cup
In their first appearance since 2007, Malaysia and Indonesia will both face tough tests at the AFC Asian Cup in South Korea and Japan respectively.
Mohanad Jeahze
Soccer
MLS suspends D.C. United's Jeahze after arrest
D.C. United defender Mohanad Jeahze is in custody in Sweden on suspicion of two counts of assault, Swedish prosecutors said.
Soccer
Russia win in first home game since invasion
Russia played their first match on home soil since November 2021 after being barred from global competitions over Moscow's invasion of Ukraine.
Soccer
Stampede outside stadium in Iraq kills 2
A stampede outside a stadium in southern Iraq killed at least two people and injured dozens on Thursday, a health official said.
2025 WCQ - AFC Standings
TEAM | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
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Qatar | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | +14 | 12 |
India | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | -3 | 4 |
Afghanistan | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | -10 | 4 |
Kuwait | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 | -1 | 3 |
2025 Team Leaders
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