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AFC praised for not going easy on Malaysia in naturalization scandal

AFC praised for not going easy on Malaysia in naturalization scandal

Many regional newspapers have praised the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) for its decisive ruling to hand Malaysia 0-3 forfeit defeats in the 2027 Asian Cup qualifiers for using ineligible naturalized players.
David Beckham earns $25M in a month thanks to upcoming World Cup

David Beckham earns $25M in a month thanks to upcoming World Cup

Skiing legend Lindsey Vonn refuses to retire despite nearly losing leg

Skiing legend Lindsey Vonn refuses to retire despite nearly losing leg

Alysa Liu's father says two-year break crucial for her mental health

Alysa Liu's father says two-year break crucial for her mental health

Arthur Liu, the father of figure skating sensation Alysa Liu, has admitted that the two years of his daughter's retirement were crucial for her mental health, despite initially opposing the decision.
March 19, 2026 | 09:18 am GMT+7
Which country has the oldest football stadium that is still in use?

Which country has the oldest football stadium that is still in use?

Let's test your football knowledge about some of the oldest active football stadiums in the world.
March 19, 2026 | 05:59 am GMT+7
Japan thrash South Korea 4-1 to set up Women's Asian Cup final with Australia

Japan thrash South Korea 4-1 to set up Women's Asian Cup final with Australia

A clinical Japan swept past South Korea 4-1 on Wednesday to set up a Women's Asian Cup final against hosts Australia, with the two-time champions putting on a masterclass.
March 19, 2026 | 02:42 pm GMT+7
'A national shame': Malaysian football fans erupt over naturalization scandal

'A national shame': Malaysian football fans erupt over naturalization scandal

A wave of outrage has erupted among Malaysian fans after the Asian Football Confederation handed the national team 0-3 forfeit defeats in their 2027 Asian Cup qualifiers against Nepal and Vietnam for using ineligible naturalized players.
March 18, 2026 | 03:42 pm GMT+7
China suspends marathon official who blocked winner at finish line

China suspends marathon official who blocked winner at finish line

China has suspended a marathon race official for one year after he mistakenly blocked the eventual winner from crossing the finish line at an event in Chongqing.
March 18, 2026 | 04:01 pm GMT+7
Senegal stripped of AFCON title, Morocco declared champions

Senegal stripped of AFCON title, Morocco declared champions

Senegal say they will appeal after they were sensationally stripped of the Africa Cup of Nations title on Tuesday and the Confederation of African Football (CAF) instead declared Morocco champions, two months after their chaotic final.
March 18, 2026 | 03:50 pm GMT+7
Vietnam closes in on top 100 of FIFA world ranking after awarded win against Malaysia

Vietnam closes in on top 100 of FIFA world ranking after awarded win against Malaysia

Vietnam is set to climb five places in the FIFA world ranking after officially being awarded a 3-0 forfeit victory over Malaysia in the 2027 Asian Cup qualifiers.
March 18, 2026 | 09:59 am GMT+7
Michael B. Jordan becomes first Premier League club owner to win Oscar

Michael B. Jordan becomes first Premier League club owner to win Oscar

Hollywood star Michael B. Jordan made history as he became the first-ever Premier League club owner to win an Academy Award.
March 18, 2026 | 07:44 am GMT+7
Thai esports players Tokyogurl, Cheerio get 3 months detention for cheating at SEA Games

Thai esports players Tokyogurl, Cheerio get 3 months detention for cheating at SEA Games

The Pathum Wan District Court in Bangkok has sentenced Thai eSports player Naphat "Tokyogurl" Warasin and Cheerio to six months in prison each for cheating during the 33rd SEA Games, but later reduced it to three months in detention.
March 17, 2026 | 08:52 pm GMT+7
The mother shaping success of skiing sensation Eileen Gu from age 3

The mother shaping success of skiing sensation Eileen Gu from age 3

Whenever Eileen Eu plunges down a snow-covered halfpipe, spins effortlessly in mid-air, and lands cleanly to the cheers of the crowd, there is a woman watching closely from the sidelines.
March 17, 2026 | 04:30 pm GMT+7
Malaysia handed 0-3 forfeits to send Vietnam to Asian Cup

Malaysia handed 0-3 forfeits to send Vietnam to Asian Cup

The Asian Football Confederation has handed Malaysia 0-3 forfeit defeats in their 2027 Asian Cup qualifiers against Vietnam and Nepal for using ineligible players, eliminating the team from the run and sending Vietnam ahead.
March 17, 2026 | 02:38 pm GMT+7
American economist defends Eileen Gu's choice to compete for China

American economist defends Eileen Gu's choice to compete for China

According to economist Josefina Y. Li, the controversy surrounding U.S.-born star skier Eileen Gu's choice to compete for China reflects a flaw in the U.S. Olympic athlete support system rather than a lack of patriotism.
March 17, 2026 | 01:26 pm GMT+7
Malaysia unlikely to be punished like Timor-Leste in naturalization scandal: AFC

Malaysia unlikely to be punished like Timor-Leste in naturalization scandal: AFC

According to Asian Football Confederation (AFC) secretary general Windsor Paul John, although both Malaysia and Timor-Leste have committed severe naturalization fraud, the contexts of the two incidents may lead to different disciplinary actions.
March 17, 2026 | 11:03 am GMT+7
'I wasn't there for her,' Alysa Liu's father reflects on mistakes in daughter's Olympic pursuit

'I wasn't there for her,' Alysa Liu's father reflects on mistakes in daughter's Olympic pursuit

Before American figure skating sensation Alysa Liu won two gold medals at the 2026 Winter Olympics, her father Arthur Liu has admitted that he made mistakes by leaving her alone at the training center for months.
March 17, 2026 | 06:21 am GMT+7
‘It is what it is’: Alysa Liu opens up about surrogacy and her 'mom'

‘It is what it is’: Alysa Liu opens up about surrogacy and her 'mom'

Figure skater sensation Alysa Liu has recently shared insights about her family upbringing, being born via surrogacy and the woman that she calls “mom”.
March 17, 2026 | 06:08 am GMT+7
Hollywood star Simu Liu recreates figure skating sensation Alysa Liu's viral Olympic dance

Hollywood star Simu Liu recreates figure skating sensation Alysa Liu's viral Olympic dance

Marvel star Simu Liu and Olympic gold medalist Alysa Liu delighted fans by recreating her viral "Stateside" ice skating routine backstage at a New York theater.
March 16, 2026 | 12:56 pm GMT+7
19-year-old Antonelli wins maiden grand prix in China, ahead of Lewis Hamilton

19-year-old Antonelli wins maiden grand prix in China, ahead of Lewis Hamilton

An emotional Kimi Antonelli won a grand prix for the first time on Sunday in China ahead of Mercedes teammate George Russell and Lewis Hamilton, who made his maiden podium for Ferrari.
March 15, 2026 | 10:06 pm GMT+7
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