AFC President applauds Philippines’ football development plans

Sat, 11 May, 2024

AFC President applauds Philippines’ football development plans

Manila: Asian Football Confederation (AFC) President Shaikh Salman bin Ebrahim Al Khalifa has come away impressed with the new football initiatives and programmes of the Philippine Football Federation (PFF), following his visit to the capital city of Manila.

During his time in the Philippines, which concluded on Sunday, Shaikh Salman met with newly elected PFF President John Gutierrez and PFF Executive Committee members and was presented with an overview of the Federation’s upcoming plans for the sport.

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AFC President applauds AFC Women's Club Championship™ 2023 winners Urawa Red Diamonds Ladies

Sat, 11 May, 2024

AFC President applauds AFC Women's Club Championship™ 2023 winners Urawa Red Diamonds Ladies

Kuala Lumpur: Shaikh Salman bin Ebrahim Al Khalifa, the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) President, has congratulated Japan’s Urawa Red Diamonds Ladies after they defeated Republic’s Hyundai Steel Red Angels Women’s FC to be crowned champions of the AFC Women’s Club Championship™ 2023 on Friday evening.

The triumph capped a superb debut campaign for Urawa, who scored a tournament-most 22 times and conceded just one goal enroute to winning all four of their matches.

AFC President lauds Japan’s inspirational impact

Thu, 02 May, 2024

AFC President lauds Japan’s inspirational impact

Tokyo: Asian Football Confederation (AFC) President Shaikh Salman bin Ebrahim Al Khalifa has hailed the progress of Japan during his visit to the football-loving nation, where he met with newly elected Japan Football Association (JFA) President Tsuneyasu Miyamoto.

At the outset, the AFC President extended his congratulations to former Japan Captain Miyamoto on his election as the JFA President in March.

Shaikh Salman reinforces role of Korea FA in raising Asian game

Tue, 30 Apr, 2024

Shaikh Salman reinforces role of Korea FA in raising Asian game

Seoul: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) President Shaikh Salman bin Ebrahim Al Khalifa concluded his visit to Seoul, Korea Republic, today where he held several high-level meetings with the nation’s top officials, including the Korea Republic Prime Minister Han Duck Soo as well as Korea Football Association (KFA) President Chung Mong Gyu.

The AFC President underlined the strong sense of partnership between the AFC and the KFA and applauded the pivotal role of the Association in elevating the standards of Asian football over the years, exemplified by the ever-expanding list of triumphs achieved by the KFA and its national teams and clubs across all levels.

AFC President lauds Continent’s passion for futsal

Mon, 29 Apr, 2024

AFC President lauds Continent’s passion for futsal

Kuala Lumpur: Asian Football Confederation (AFC) President Shaikh Salman bin Ebrahim Al Khalifa has hailed the significant strides made in futsal across the Continent while congratulating the Islamic Republic of Iran for securing a record-extending 13th AFC Futsal Asian Cup™ title following the conclusion of the 17th edition of the competition in Bangkok, Thailand, on Sunday.

In a pulsating final showdown at the Bangkok Arena, the Central Asians triumphed 4-1 over arch-rivals Thailand with an electrifying performance, underscoring their dominant displays over the 11-day Continental showpiece that saw them notch 25 goals in the process. 

AFC President hails football development efforts in Singapore

Thu, 25 Apr, 2024

AFC President hails football development efforts in Singapore

Singapore: Asian Football Confederation (AFC) President Shaikh Salman bin Ebrahim Al Khalifa has praised the Football Association of Singapore (FAS) for their commitment to advancing the Lion City's football landscape through forward-looking strategies and an innovative approach.

Shaikh Salman concluded a highly successful visit to Singapore on Thursday, which was marked by strategic meetings and bilateral engagements with FAS President Bernard Tan, the FAS Council, as well as Singapore's Minister of Culture, Community and Youth and Second Minister for Law, Mr. Edwin Tong.

AFC President praises Sri Lanka’s efforts to elevate football

Fri, 19 Apr, 2024

AFC President praises Sri Lanka’s efforts to elevate football

Colombo: AFC President Shaikh Salman bin Ebrahim Al Khalifa has hailed the commitment of the Football Federation of Sri Lanka (FFSL) towards lifting the standards of the game.

Shaikh Salman, who held fruitful discussions with FFSL President Jaswar Umar during his three-day visit to Colombo that will conclude on Sunday, praised the recent initiatives undertaken by the FFSL and also noted the progress of the Sri Lanka Men’s National Team.