Japan are back, Saudi Arabia maintain their perfect start
Japan and South Korea both overcame their opening losses with 1-0 wins while Saudi Arabia prove to be a threat in Group B.
2019 Season
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2019 Schedule
0-0-2, 6th in FIFA World Cup Qualifying - AFC
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Japan shocked, Vietnam not enough in Asia World Cup qualifiers
Oman pulled off a stunning upset of heavyweights Japan while Vietnam couldn't hold onto their narrow lead against Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia fight back to avoid Vietnam shock
Saudi Arabia survived a major scare after trailing Vietnam for the entire first half to hand the 10-man side a 3-1 defeat.
Australia hit three past China to top Group B
Australia have made a perfect start to the next step of World Cup qualifying, defeating China 3-0 at Qatar's Khalifa International Stadium.
Asia's hopefuls embark on final leg of arduous journey to 2022 FIFA World Cup
Asia's 12 remaining hopefuls will resume their quest to qualify for the 2022 FIFA World Cup on Thursday when the third round of qualifiers begin.
Guangzhou, Beijing ACL thrashings amplify Chinese football's youth malaise
The woeful displays from Beijing Guoan and Guangzhou in AFC Champions League 2021 hint at bigger problems for Chinese football.
Vietnam get Japan, Australia; heavyweights Korea Republic, Iran to face off
Vietnam will face three heavyweights - Japan, Australia and Saudi Arabia - in the final round of Asian qualifiers for the FIFA World Cup.
Vietnam make history in AFC World Cup qualifying
We take a look at the biggest talking points from the final matchday in the second round of 2022 AFC World Cup qualifiers.
Iran, China, Vietnam progress in Asian WCQ
On a night when eight places in the 12-team third round were unclaimed at kick-off, Iran, China and Vietnam all secured spots in the next stage.
AFC moves World Cup qualifiers to UAE from China
China will no longer host Group A of the Asian qualifiers for the FIFA World Cup due to challenges faced by several teams in travelling to China PR.
Can naturalised imports deliver China a World Cup appearance?
The number of naturalised players at China PR's disposal is increasing, but will they deliver a long-awaited second FIFA World Cup appearance?
Wu Lei at the double as China hit Guam for seven
Spain-based striker Wu Lei scored twice as China thrashed Guam 7-0 in the second round of Asia's qualifying tournament for the 2022 World Cup on Sun
University team forfeit game due to hair colour
A Chinese university women's soccer team was forced to forfeit a match after a player's hair was deemed to be 'not black enough.'
China star sacked after police fine for car breach
Guangzhou Evergrande have sacked Yu Hanchou after video that allegedly showed him changing his car registration plate number circulated online.
China FA to postpone all matches for coronavirus
The Chinese Football Association (CFA) said on Thursday it is postponing all domestic games due to the rapidly spreading coronavirus epidemic.
Hong Kong fans boo China anthem before match
Hong Kong football fans booed as the Chinese national anthem was played on Wednesday before their team's 2-0 loss to China in South Korea.
Lippi resigns as China coach after loss to Syria
Marcello Lippi has resigned as head coach of the China national team after seeing his side slip to a 2-1 loss to Syria in World Cup qualifying.
China to host 24-team Club World Cup in 2021
China will host the Club World Cup in its new expanded format in 2021, FIFA announced following a council meeting in Shanghai on Thursday.
Legendary coach 'Restless Rudi' dies aged 93
Rudi Gutendorf, the tireless manager who guided a world record 55 teams, including 18 national sides, has died at 93.
Hong Kong fans turn back on Chinese anthem
Thousands of Hong Kong soccer fans booed loudly and turned their backs when the Chinese national anthem was played before a World Cup qualifier.
Brazilian striker changes name after China call-up
Brazilian-born striker Elkeson has changed his name as he prepares to help China qualify for the 2022 World Cup.
Former FIFA POY Sun appointed China soccer VP
Aiming to boost a lagging national program, China's football association brought on former FIFA female player of the year Sun Wen as vice president.
China call up first-ever non-Chinese player
Brazilian-born striker Elkeson is the first player of non-Chinese heritage to have been included in the China squad.
China player banned for leg-breaking tackle
Wei Shihao could see his Guanzghou Evergrande contract terminated, after breaking Otabek Shukurov of Uzbekistan's leg during the China Cup.
Cannavaro in no hurry to decide as China crisis deepens
With Asian qualifying for the World Cup kicking off in earnest in September, the Chinese are suffering from a lack of confidence and clarity.
2022 WCQ Table
2022 Team LeadersFIFA World Cup Qualifying - AFC
- Goals
- Assists
RankingsFIFA World Cup Qualifying - AFC
Goal Difference27
Goals Scored30
Assists0
Goals Conceded3