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Malaysia maintain regional supremacy

Tue, 22 Nov 2011 08:23:00 GMT

Malaysia’s U-23 side have retained the SEA Games title in dramatic fashion, edging hosts Indonesia 4-3 on penalties after an evenly-matched final. FIFA.com reviews the tournament.

FIFA awards further TV rights for 2015-2022

Thu, 27 Oct 2011 09:16:00 GMT

The FIFA Executive Committee has decided on sales and distribution of FIFA media rights between 2015 and 2022 in Australia, Canada and the Caribbean, and awarded the sales representation for selected territories in Asia to Infront Sports & Media.

Favourites prevail in Asian qualifiers

Thu, 28 Jul 2011 20:27:00 GMT

Singapore celebrated, while China PR were among the biggest winners as the final places in Asia's third round of FIFA World Cup qualifiers were decided. FIFA.com rounds up the action.

China score six, Saudis hit five

Thu, 28 Jul 2011 16:56:00 GMT

Asia's big guns in the preliminary qualification for 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil™ saw their names make it into Saturday's Preliminary Draw with big wins as Saudi Arabia and China scored five and six apiece.

Asian hopefuls in do or die deciders

Tue, 26 Jul 2011 12:42:00 GMT

Asia's second round of qualifiers reaching a climax today, with no fewer than 30 sides battling it out on the road to 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil™. You can follow the action live on FIFA.com.

Asian favourites draw first blood

Mon, 25 Jul 2011 09:00:00 GMT

FIFA.com reviews the latest round of 2014 FIFA World Cup qualifying in Asia, which saw the traditional favourites take an advantage over their underdog opponents.

Thirty hopefuls begin road to round three

Fri, 22 Jul 2011 06:55:00 GMT

Some intriguing second round, first legs are in store, with Kuwait-Philippines, Qatar-Vietnam, Singapore-Malaysia and United Arab Emirates-India catching the eye.

Philippines out to scale new heights

Tue, 12 Jul 2011 11:19:00 GMT

Philippines coach Michael Weiss says the odds may be stacked against his side in their upcoming preliminary qualifier with Kuwait but, full of optimism after beating Sri Lanka 5-1, they may have a chance.

The Week in Quotes

Sat, 09 Jul 2011 03:16:00 GMT

Our pick of the week's best quotes features Carlos Tevez on family issues, Edinson Cavani comparing fatherhood to taking a penalty, and Arsene Wenger on keeping his best players.

Asian media laud progression

Tue, 05 Jul 2011 12:03:00 GMT

Now that the Asian preliminary qualifying round for the 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil has been completed, FIFA.com takes a look at the reaction in the media to the results so far.

Favourites progress as stars shine

Sun, 03 Jul 2011 22:27:00 GMT

The first round of qualifying for the 2014 FIFA World Cup™ in Brazil has been completed, seeing a barrel-load of goals scored around Asia, with the likes of big-guns Vietnam being joined by first-time qualifiers Philippines.

Stern tests for Asian hopefuls

Fri, 01 Jul 2011 10:33:00 GMT

The chance to mix with Asia's big guns is up for grabs this weekend, with 16 of the continent's minnows battling it out in the second legs of the preliminary qualifying round.

Preliminary journey kicks off in Asia

Thu, 30 Jun 2011 05:03:00 GMT

The first round of qualifying for 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil™ kicked off in Asia on Wednesday, with Vietnam, Cambodia and Bangladesh convincing in their respective openers. FIFA.com reviews all the action.

Vietnam convince on preliminary road

Wed, 29 Jun 2011 21:35:00 GMT

Vietnam, Bangladesh and Cambodia are in comfortable position to advance to the second round of qualifying for the 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil™ in Asia, with respective wins over Macau, Pakistan and Laos.

Sixteen hopefuls embark on Brazil path

Tue, 28 Jun 2011 10:29:00 GMT

Asia's lowest-ranked teams are set to begin continental qualifying for the 2014 tournament, with Sri Lanka-Philippines, Bangladesh-Pakistan and Malaysia-Chinese Taipei among the most appetising matches on the menu.

Brazil 2014 draw stirs Asian hopefuls

Thu, 31 Mar 2011 09:02:00 GMT

FIFA.com reviews the Asian qualifying draw for the 2014 FIFA World Cup™ which has thrown up a host of intriguing match-ups as some of the continents smaller footballing nations seek a share of the spotlight.

Asia's Brazil 2014 draw made

Wed, 30 Mar 2011 11:26:00 GMT

The AFC has conducted the draw for Asia’s first and second round qualifiers for Brazil 2014.

Asian Zone to play preliminary round for Brazil 2014

Sat, 19 Mar 2011 14:38:00 GMT

The members of the Asian Football Confederation are gearing up to begin the race for FIFA World Cup™ in Brazil, with the draw for qualification set to take place on 30 March in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

Preliminary success boost for Philippines

Fri, 18 Mar 2011 07:35:00 GMT

The Philippines are beginning to make progress under respected German coach Michael Weiss with the team galvanized by an arduous beginning to their AFC Challenge Cup campaign recently.

Philippines aim to build on recent success

Tue, 08 Feb 2011 07:54:00 GMT

On the back of a breakthrough showing at the AFF Suzuki Cup in December, south-east Asian nation Philippines are seeking to build momentum under German coach Michael Weiss.

Indonesia into final

Sun, 19 Dec 2010 19:40:00 GMT

Indonesia secured a place in the final of the AFF Suzuki Cup today with a 1-0 win in the second leg of their semi-final against Philippines.

Indonesia take semi-final advantage

Thu, 16 Dec 2010 18:49:00 GMT

Indonesia have taken the ascendancy in their AFF Cup semi-final with the Philippines today after claiming a 1-0 win, courtesy of a Jose Cristian Gonzales goal, ahead of the second leg on Sunday.

Philippines stun defending champions

Sun, 05 Dec 2010 16:55:00 GMT

The Philippines pulled off one of the biggest shocks in the history of the AFF Suzuki Cup with a 2-0 win over defending champions Vietnam.

Vietnam thrash Myanmar

Thu, 02 Dec 2010 17:00:00 GMT

Vietnam swept to an impressive opening-match victory over Myanmar in their defence of their AFF Cup crown, winning 7-1, while the Philippines and Singapore played out a 1-1 draw.

Laos, Philippines reach ASEAN Cup

Wed, 27 Oct 2010 01:33:00 GMT

Laos and Philippines secured the final two berths at the 2010 ASEAN Cup after qualifying for the eight-nation tournament at the expense of Cambodia and Timor Leste.

Beach soccer lays roots in Dubai

Thu, 10 Dec 2009 11:31:00 GMT

November 2009 will go down as a historic date for beach soccer in Dubai, with minds now focused on developing the discipline in the UAE.

Maldives run with the wind

Thu, 28 May 2009 04:49:00 GMT

Football has been taking an increasing hold in the Maldives, as their recent rise up the FIFA/Coca-Cola World Ranking this month has suggested.

Philippines president promises support

Mon, 04 Aug 2008 09:03:00 GMT

Philippines President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo has promised her support to the Philippines Football Federation (PFF) for developing the game in the country.

Blatter champions football in Philippines

Mon, 04 Aug 2008 08:55:00 GMT

FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter has asked the Philippines Football Federation (PFF) to step up their efforts in order to promote the game in the country.

Philippines making Asian waves

Thu, 26 Jun 2008 03:38:00 GMT

Although the FIFA World Cup qualifiers have been grabbing the attention in Asia this month, the Philippines have been making headway elsewhere.

Argentina consolidate their lead

Wed, 04 Jun 2008 09:03:00 GMT

Argentina extended their lead over runners-up Brazil on the latest edition of the Ranking, while Australia unseated Japan as Asia's highest side.

Drama expected on Asian sands

Mon, 05 May 2008 11:01:00 GMT

Six teams will be battling it out for three berths in the Asian Zone qualifiers for Marseille 2008, which takes place in the UAE between 6-10 May.

Heavy blows for Asian giants

Wed, 26 Mar 2008 19:25:00 GMT

Surprise results were on the menu in Asia as Japan and Saudi Arabia were both beaten on a Wednesday full of thrills and spills.

Big wins in Asia

Wed, 19 Mar 2008 13:58:00 GMT

Gamba Osaka came out on top of a seven-goal thriller on Wednesday while J-League champions Kashima Antlers strolled to another huge victory.

Blatter joins Philippine FA centenary celebrations

Mon, 10 Dec 2007 11:01:00 GMT

En route to the FIFA Club World Cup in Japan, Joseph S. Blatter stopped off in the Philippines to attend the national FA's centenary celebrations.

The Philippines - a rich footballing tradition

Fri, 07 Dec 2007 13:13:00 GMT

In light of the President's recent visit, FIFA.com takes a closer look at the Philippines, who have been one of Asia's pioneering footballing nations.

Asian qualifiers take shape

Tue, 17 Jul 2007 15:59:55 GMT

The draw has taken place for the Dubai-held Asian qualifiers at which three places at the FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup are up for grabs.

Quartet make home advantage count

Thu, 24 May 2007 10:01:00 GMT

Home advantage proved decisive as Sepahan, Uwara Reds, Al Karama and Seongnam Chunma booked their passage to the last eight of the competition.

Japan's Urawa into Champions League quarters

Wed, 23 May 2007 13:59:00 GMT

J-League champions Urawa Red Diamonds drew 0-0 with Sydney FC on Wednesday to clinch a place in the AFC Champions League quarter-finals.

Frontale make history as trio progress

Thu, 10 May 2007 14:10:00 GMT

Kawasaki Frontale were among the three teams who claimed places alongside defending champions Jeonbuk Motors in the last eight of the competition.

AFC chief re-elected

Tue, 08 May 2007 07:08:00 GMT

Mohamed Bin Hammam was elected unopposed to a second four-year term as Asian Football Confederation (AFC) president.

Quartet edge closer to last eight

Thu, 26 Apr 2007 12:02:00 GMT

After a tense and hard-fought fourth round of matches, four teams have inched to within touching distance of the quarter-finals.

Asian Cup ticket sales start

Tue, 24 Apr 2007 10:25:00 GMT

Tickets have gone on sale online for the AFC Asian Cup finals, where the presence of Australia has increased interest in the tournament to new heights.

Eastern duo lead the way

Thu, 19 Apr 2007 10:39:00 GMT

Japan and Korea Republic set the standard for Asia by qualifying for the final stage of Olympic qualifiers with two matches to spare.

Shandong & Al Wahda set the standard

Thu, 12 Apr 2007 11:54:00 GMT

China's Shandong Luneng and Al Wahda of UAE maintained their winning streaks, while a Japanese duo edged closer to the last eight.

Ecstasy for east Asians

Thu, 29 Mar 2007 12:03:00 GMT

Japan, Korea DPR and Korea Republic yesterday celebrated victories in the latest round of qualifiers for Beijing 2008.

Giantkillers emerge as favourites fall

Thu, 22 Mar 2007 12:07:00 GMT

It was a day of surprises in Asia as several of the AFC Champions League favourites suffered stunning setbacks in Wednesday's second round matches.

AFC chief Bin Hammam re-elected to new four-year term

Fri, 09 Mar 2007 05:44:00 GMT

Asian Football Confederation (AFC) president Mohamed Bin Hammam has been re-elected unopposed to a second four-year term, with his position to be formalised in May.

Asian celebration for Sydney

Thu, 08 Mar 2007 12:31:00 GMT

Inaugural winners Al Ain lost out, but the main Champions League headline-grabbers were Sydney FC, who tasted their first Asian victory away to Shanghai Shenhua.

Aussies bolster Asian field

Tue, 06 Mar 2007 13:16:00 GMT

Matchday 1 of the 2007 AFC Champions League sees Aussie duo Sydney FC and Adelaide United come up against the cream of Asian club football for the first time.