In dramatic fashion, Indonesia move closer to Olympic dream with South Korea upset
In an absolute thriller, Indonesia have upset South Korea to keep their Olympic dream alive at the AFC U-23.
Japan make hard work of Qatar victory but remain on course for Olympic berth
It should have been easier -- but Japan were ultimately able to beat Qatar and reach the U-23 Asian Cup semis.
Thailand left to rue missed opportunity after U-23 Asian Cup collapse
Thailand will rue what could have been after failing to capitalise on a bright start at the U-23 Asian Cup.
Indonesia produce tantalising display to keep dream U-23 Asian Cup debut going
Indonesia are into the quarterfinals of the AFC U-23 Asian Cup on debut. And they've done it in style.
The unconventional striker emerging pivotal to South Korea's U-23 Asian Cup charge
He may not look like a conventional striker but Lee Young-Jun has emerged as a star of the AFC U-23 Asian Cup.
Big guns loom large at AFC U-23 Asian Cup with dominant early displays
Early frontrunners have emerged at the U-23 Asian Cup, and it is unsurprisingly some of the usual suspects.
Malaysia need to get up to speed fast if they're to make anything of AFC U-23
An error-strewn display saw Malaysia fall to defeat in their AFC U-23 Asian Cup opener against Uzbekistan.
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.
Indonesia left outraged by refereeing in opening AFC U-23 defeat
Indonesia were left feeling a sense of injustice as they began the AFC U-23 Asian Cup with a loss to Qatar.
Indonesia issue huge statement as ASEAN counterparts falter in Asian WCQ
On a disappointing night for ASEAN football in the Asian qualifiers, Indonesia would issue a big statement.
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.
Cautious optimism can grow into more if Lions can deny China again
The start of the Tsutomu Ogura era was brought cautious optimism for Singapore -- but that could grow into more if they can deny China again on Tuesday.
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.
Palestinian men's national soccer team plays with purpose, pressure
For the team and its followers, the possibility of qualifying for FIFA's 2026 World Cup carries a message about existence and belonging.
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.
Unheralded Joo's journey of perseverance to South Korea opportunity
After repeatedly being overlooked, Joo Min-Kyu looks set to finally get his chance to show what he can offer South Korea on the international stage.
Philippine football embarks on next chapter with new coach Saintfiet and fresh identity
Philippine football is embarking on a new chapter with a new coach at the helm in Tom Saintfiet and the hunt for a fresh identity.
Klinsmann's sacking by South Korea inevitable after Asian Cup disappointment
South Korea's run to the Asian Cup semifinals papered over the cracks as they lacked spark, goals or a plan. And it cost Jürgen Klinsmann his job.
South Korea sack Klinsmann after Asian Cup exit
The Korea Football Association (KFA) sacked national team coach Jürgen Klinsmann on Friday, after their semi-final exit at the Asian Cup and amid criticism of his leadership.
The gap between Asia's best and the rest has closed; World Cup will be next
The 2023 Asian Cup has shown that the gap between Asia's elite and the second tier has closed, and that could have a significant flow-on effect at the 2026 World Cup.
Asian Cup Team of the Tournament: Afif, Al-Taamari star; Son misses out
With an action-packed 2023 Asian Cup coming to an end, ESPN's Joey Lynch reveals his Team of the Tournament.
Asian Cup champions Qatar celebrate at victory parade in Doha (0:55)
Qatar hero Afif eyes Europe after final hat trick
After netting a hat trick in Qatar's 3-2 Asian Cup final win over Jordan, Akram Afif has said that he'd be open to playing in Europe again but that the decision is not his alone to make.
AFC Asian Cup Ladder
| Group A | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Qatar | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | +5 | 9 |
| Tajikistan | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| China | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | -1 | 2 |
| Lebanon | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | -4 | 1 |
| Group B | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| Australia | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | +3 | 7 |
| Uzbekistan | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | +3 | 5 |
| Syria | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| India | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | -6 | 0 |
| Group C | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| Iran | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | +5 | 9 |
| United Arab Emirates | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | +1 | 4 |
| Palestine | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| Hong Kong | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | -6 | 0 |
| Group D | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| Iraq | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | +4 | 9 |
| Japan | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | +3 | 6 |
| Indonesia | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | -3 | 3 |
| Vietnam | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | -4 | 0 |
| Group E | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| Bahrain | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 6 |
| South Korea | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | +2 | 5 |
| Jordan | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | +3 | 4 |
| Malaysia | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | -5 | 1 |
| Group F | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| Saudi Arabia | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | +3 | 7 |
| Thailand | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | +2 | 5 |
| Oman | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | -1 | 2 |
| Kyrgyz Republic | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | -4 | 1 |