Returning Kagawa the latest former Europe-based star back in Japan
Shinji Kagawa's return to Cerezo Osaka sees him become the latest in a list of Japan stars back in the J1 League after noteworthy spells in Europe.
Kagawa can be proud of his time in Europe -- even if it was a tale of two halves
Although it did not end as well as it began, his 13 years in Europe is still something former Japan star Shinji Kagawa can be proud of.
After Park era ended with AFF final defeat, where do Vietnam go from here?
With coach Park Hang-seo departing after defeat to Thailand in the 2022 AFF Championship final, where Vietnam go from here is anyone's guess.
From rampaging fullback to midfield maestro, AFF MVP Theerathon completes career transformation
Winning the MVP award at the 2022 AFF Championship has completed Thailand captain Theerathon Bunmathan's career transformation.
Polking produces another masterclass as Thailand claim record 7th AFF crown
Alexandre Polking produced another managerial masterclass to lead Thailand to a record-extending 7th AFF Championship crown.
AFF final could be decided by duel between Thailand's master Teerasil and Vietnam's apprentice Tien Linh
The duel between Thailand striker Teerasil Dangda and his Vietnam counterpart Nguyen Tien Linh could decide the 2022 AFF Championship final.
Second AFF title or not, Park will sign off with legend status in Vietnam secured
Park Hang-seo will leave his role as Vietnam coach with legendary status secured -- regardless of whether he wins a second AFF Championship.
Thailand vs. Vietnam a fitting 2022 AFF finale given duo's recent dominance
The 2022 AFF Championship final between Thailand and Vietnam will be a fitting conclusion given the duo's dominance in recent years.
Without JDT stars, Malaysia's AFF campaign is one with positives despite semifinal exit
Despite a semifinal exit at the hands of Thailand, Malaysia will be able to look back at their 2022 AFF Championship campaign as one of positives.
Japan reappoint Moriyasu through to 2026 World Cup
Hajime Moriyasu will become the first coach to lead Japan at two consecutive FIFA World Cup campaigns after being reappointed on Wednesday.
Which of Asia's World Cup contenders are best placed to go far in 2026?
Asia's contenders at the 2022 FIFA World Cup largely gave an excellent account of themselves, but are they primed for a repeat in four years' time?
With Asia making their mark with some magical moments, 2026 now cannot come soon enough
After the magical moments Asia produced at the 2022 FIFA World Cup, four years is a long time to wait to do it all over again.
South Korea sign off with pride intact and a whole lot of newly-recognisable faces
Despite being eliminated from the World Cup with a 4-1 loss to Brazil, South Korea leave Qatar with their heads held high and reputations enhanced.
Amid heartbreak, Japan will learn that brute force is sometimes required to break down a wall
The 'wall of the best 16' remains standing in front of Japan. They may need brute force to break it down next time at the FIFA World Cup.
More than Croatia, the 'wall of the best 16' could be Japan's biggest obstacle in making history
Physically, Croatia stand in the way of Japan and a maiden FIFA World Cup quarterfinal. Mentally, the hurdle will be "the wall of the best 16".
Why Japan hero Ao Tanaka has already forgotten his dramatic winner vs. Spain
Ao Tanaka's winner against Spain will live on in the history of Japanese football -- so why have him and his teammates already forgotten about it?
The taste of victory: Meet South Korea's two veterans fuelling the appetite for a World Cup upset
South Korea's appetite for an upset in Qatar has been fuelled by two four-time FIFA World Cup veterans. And no, Son Heung-min isn't one of them.
South Korea must channel the same indomitable spirit as class of 2002 against Brazil
If South Korea are to pull off a massive upset against Brazil in the FIFA World Cup on Monday, they may have to channel the class of 2002.
No. 1 or not, veteran Kawashima remains loyal to Samurai Blue cause even with change in role
Not being first-choice for Japan anymore hasn't stopped goalkeeper Eiji Kawashima from playing his part in their stunning 2022 FIFA World Cup run.
South Korea replicate Germany win from 2018 over Portugal -- this time with tears of joy rather than despair
Just like four years ago, South Korea ended their World Cup group-stage campaign in tears -- but this time they were borne out of joy.
Fearless Japan see no reason why they can't beat anyone and continue stunning World Cup run
After toppling both Germany and Spain to finish top of Group E, Japan see no reason why they can't keep this up in the World Cup knockout round.
After stunning upsets, Japan may as well smash and grab for the rest of the FIFA World Cup
Samurai Blue's unpredictable and uncharacteristic style keyed their comebacks over Germany and Spain. Can it lead to a deep knockout round run?
More than passion and luck, two factors that could decide South Korea's fate could be Cho and Hwang
Ahead of Friday's must-win clash with Portugal, South Korea's hopes of staying in the FIFA World Cup could rest on Cho Gue-sung and Hwang In-beom.
Brilliant 12th man just fails to make up for key absentees as Saudi Arabia suffer elimination
With the elimination of Saudi Arabia, the 2022 FIFA World Cup will miss both the team on the field and the Green Falcons' fans in the stands.
Japan can again prove they can match it with the "golden standard" -- but will Moriyasu let them?
Japan coach Hajime Moriyasu is running the risk of showing Spain too much respect in their decisive FIFA World Cup meeting on Thursday.
AFC Cup Q Standings
| Group A | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jordan | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | +6 | 9 |
| Indonesia | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | +7 | 6 |
| Kuwait | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | -1 | 3 |
| Nepal | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | -12 | 0 |
| Group B | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| Palestine | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | +10 | 9 |
| Philippines | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | -3 | 4 |
| Mongolia | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| Yemen | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | -7 | 1 |
| Group C | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| Uzbekistan | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | +9 | 9 |
| Thailand | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | +3 | 6 |
| Maldives | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | -6 | 3 |
| Sri Lanka | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | -6 | 0 |
| Group D | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| India | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | +7 | 9 |
| Hong Kong | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 6 |
| Afghanistan | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | -2 | 1 |
| Cambodia | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | -5 | 1 |
| Group E | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| Bahrain | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | +4 | 9 |
| Malaysia | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | +4 | 6 |
| Turkmenistan | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | -2 | 3 |
| Bangladesh | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | -6 | 0 |
| Group F | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| Tajikistan | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | +5 | 7 |
| Kyrgyz Republic | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | +3 | 7 |
| Singapore | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | +2 | 3 |
| Myanmar | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | -10 | 0 |