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Asian Football Confederation rejects Fifa’s World Cup plan

Fifa is proposing to sell a 20 per cent stake in Fifa Forward Enterprise (FFE) to private investors.

The Independent UK · Jul 31

How a 64-team World Cup could transform soccer's economics

FIFA president Gianni Infantino is considering a 64-team World Cup after the recent 48-team tournament. This potential expansion could significantly alter the sport's global economics and logistics. Regional confederations might become more dependent on FIFA's financial distributions. UEFA and the Asian Football Confederation have voiced opposition to further expansion.

The Economic Times · Jul 21

Iran still set to play in World Cup despite Trump safety warning, says Asian football chief

Iran’s participation in the World Cup has been in doubt following social media comments made by US president Donald Trump

The Independent UK · Mar 16

"Its like a mini World Cup": Winger Nikhil Poojary excited to represent India in AFC Asian Cup debut

Nikhil Poojary is excited to play his maiden Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Asian Cup, saying that the tournament is like a “mini World Cup” for him.

The Hindu · Jan 7, 2024

Aussies nominated for top Asian soccer awards

A host of Australians are in line to take out top honours at the Asian Football Confederation awards in Qatar.

AAP · Oct 14, 2023

AFC Cup: Mohun Bagan SG down Machhindra FC 3-1 in preliminary round two clash

Mohun Bagan Super Giant produced a dominant performance as they beat Nepal side Machhindra FC 3-1 in their Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Cup 2023 preliminary round two clash at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan, in Kolkata, on Wednesday. Read further on Dynamite News :

Dynamite News · Aug 17, 2023

Could Russia really quit Uefa for Asian federation to reach 2026 World Cup?

Russia is weighing up following Australia’s example and joining AFC qualification route but significant obstacles remain

The Guardian - UK · Feb 9, 2023

Sports Minister Hosts World Football Leaders at Saudi House in Qatar

Saudi Minister of Sports Prince Abdulaziz bin Turki Al-Faisal hosted on Friday Qatari officials and several officials from international football federations at the Saudi House zone in Doha on the sidelines of the FIFA World Cup in Qatar, reported the Saudi Press Agency. Guests included President of the Asian Football…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Dec 17, 2022

Saudi Arabia Set to Host 2027 Asian Cup after India Withdraws Bid

The Asian Football Confederation issued a statement Monday saying the All Indian Football Federation had withdrawn from the host selection process. No reason was published. The bids from India and Saudi Arabia had been shortlisted by the AFC’s executive committee in October and the final decision was expected to be…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Dec 5, 2022

FIFA and AFC want to focus on India to host more future events: Shaikh Salman

Navi Mumbai: Delighted with India's ability to host marquee events, including the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup, Asian Football Confederation (AFC) President Shaikh Salman Al Khalifa said both the world and the continental body of the sport want the country to hold more tournaments.

The Times of India · Oct 31, 2022