Opposition to FIFA’s proposed FIFA Forward Enterprise (FFE) continues to grow after the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) became the latest continental governing body to express serious concerns over the project, joining UEFA and CONCACAF in calling for greater transparency and consultation. In a strongly worded statement, the AFC said FIFA’s proposal to introduce private investment…
Asian football’s financial engine is gaining momentum. Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has reported a strong financial performance, exceeding its revenue targets for the latest fiscal year. According to the confederation’s figures, AFC generated $292.7 million in revenue for 2025/26, surpassing its budgeted $259.9 million by more than $32 million. The bulk of this income came…
The Asian Football Confederation (Asian Football Confederation) has no plans to relocate the 2027 AFC Asian Cup, with Saudi Arabia remaining the confirmed host and no alternative bid under consideration, according to sources familiar with internal discussions. Despite reports emerging from Australia and the UK suggesting that the tournament could be moved, insiders insist there…
The official brand identity for the AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027 was officially launched during the halftime break of the U23 Asian Cup final in Jeddah. The reveal marks a major milestone for the tournament, which is set to blend the Kingdom’s rich heritage with a modern vision for football. The Design: Where Tradition…
The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has named Visa as the Official Global Supporter for the 2026 AFC U23 Asian Cup and the 2027 AFC Asian Cup, both to be hosted in Saudi Arabia. The partnership establishes Visa as the exclusive payments provider for two of Asia’s most prestigious football tournaments, focusing on both brand visibility…
