5 of the Best: Saves

Thu, 28 Oct, 2021

5 of the Best: Saves

Kuala Lumpur: The-AFC.com's '5 of the Best' series has so far brought you some of the finest AFC Champions League goals from over the years, but this week we shine the spotlight on goalkeepers and showcase incredible saves from the Asia's biggest club competition. 

Featuring a game-defining save from the 2014 final, a jaw-dropping effort from the 2018 semi-final and several other classics, our latest edition is sure to evoke contrasting emotions.

Also take a look at past editions that feature acrobatic goals, solo goals, volleys, long-range screamers, chips, free-kicks, flicks, tricks and backheels and curlers.

www.the-afc.com/en/more/video/galekovic_vs_nagoya_grampus.html

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www.the-afc.com/en/club/afc_champions_league/video/acl2018_great_saves_kwoun_sun-tae.html

www.the-afc.com/en/club/afc_champions_league/video/beiranvand_vs_al_sadd.html

www.the-afc.com/en/club/afc_champions_league/video/hosseini_vs_al_duhail.html

The day #11 scored his century - #Chhetri100

Thu, 28 Oct, 2021

The day #11 scored his century - #Chhetri100

New Delhi: June 4, 2018 will remain etched in the memory of Indian football fans forever. It was on this day that talismanic Sunil Chhetri played his 100th International match – only the second Indian footballer to do so. And he made it even more memorable with a double strike in a 3-0 victory over mighty Kenya.

While a full house clad in Blue braved the incessant rain to reach the Mumbai Football Arena hours before the kick-off, the rest of India remained glued to their television sets to witness history — #Chhetri100.

5 of the Best: Long-range goals

Thu, 28 Oct, 2021

5 of the Best: Long-range goals

Kuala Lumpur:  The-AFC.com's '5 of the Best' weekly series returns with another collection of amazing goals from the history of the AFC Cup tournament.

We kicked off last week's showcase with five fantastic free-kicks, and now we turn to some stunning strikes from distance that span the Continent from Kyrgz Republic to Vietnam.

Qatar's Sanchez names summer training camp squad

Thu, 28 Oct, 2021

Qatar's Sanchez names summer training camp squad

Doha: Head coach coach Felix Sanchez has called up 34 players for a summer training camp, the Qatar Football Association (QFA) said on Wednesday.

Spaniard Sanchez has called the players for the June 12 to July 3 training camp, after coordinating with QFA, the Qatar Stars League and respective clubs.

QFA said the players and the coaching staff will strictly adhere to medical protocols outlined by the Ministry of Public Health (MOPH).

Fans enjoy Chinese Taipei's Mulan League action

Thu, 28 Oct, 2021

Fans enjoy Chinese Taipei's Mulan League action

Taipei: At a time when most leagues in the world are suspended, Chinese Taipei's Premier League and Mulan League are among the few active domestic leagues in the world.

The women's Mulan League, which resumed on April 11, has now opened its doors to fans with matches initially played behind closed doors due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Bengaluru FC sign Chaudhari, Ralte

Thu, 28 Oct, 2021

Bengaluru FC sign Chaudhari, Ralte

Bengaluru: Bengaluru FC have announced the signings of defender Pratik Chaudhari and goalkeeper Lalthuammawia Ralte, ahead of the 2020-2021 Indian Super League season. 

Chaudhari, who turned out for Mumbai City FC last season, and Ralte – who was previously part of the BFC squad from 2014 to 2018 – signed two-year deals with the Blues.

Iraqi Premier League called off

Thu, 28 Oct, 2021

Iraqi Premier League called off

Baghdad: The Iraq Football Association normalisation committee has announced the cancellation of the current Iraqi Premier League season.

The decision, following consultation with the 15 clubs, is due to the COVID-19 pandemic.