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China’s World Cup hopes crushed after loss to Indonesia, sparking media and fan backlash

China’s World Cup hopes crushed after loss to Indonesia, sparking media and fan backlash

China’s dream of qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup came to an end following a 0-1 defeat to Indonesia on June 5, prompting widespread criticism from Chinese media and fans.
Vietnam football defender unveils plush new villa

Vietnam football defender unveils plush new villa

Iranian fans heartbroken as US travel ban crushes 2026 World Cup dream

Iranian fans heartbroken as US travel ban crushes 2026 World Cup dream

Last-minute stunner lifts Australia over Japan in World Cup qualifier

Last-minute stunner lifts Australia over Japan in World Cup qualifier

Aziz Behich scored a dramatic 90th-minute winner to lift Australia past Japan 1-0 in Perth on Thursday, putting the Socceroos on the verge of qualifying for the 2026 World Cup.
June 5, 2025 | 08:48 pm GMT+7
Indonesia beat China to keep hope of World Cup qualification alive

Indonesia beat China to keep hope of World Cup qualification alive

Indonesia climbed to third in Group C after defeating China 1-0 on Thursday, securing better chance to advance in the 2026 World Cup qualification.
June 5, 2025 | 08:30 pm GMT+7
Kluivert confident Indonesia will edge China in World Cup qualifier

Kluivert confident Indonesia will edge China in World Cup qualifier

Patrick Kluivert said he is "very confident" Indonesia will get a positive result against China in front of a sell-out crowd in Jakarta on Thursday to move closer to a historic World Cup spot.
June 5, 2025 | 11:02 am GMT+7
Chinese media express concern over potential referee bias in Indonesia World Cup qualifier

Chinese media express concern over potential referee bias in Indonesia World Cup qualifier

Chinese media outlets have raised concerns about the assignment of Uzbek referee Rustam Lutfullin to officiate the crucial World Cup qualifier between China and Indonesia, as his matches with Southeast Asian sides have always ended in their favor.
June 5, 2025 | 06:48 am GMT+7
Son Heung-min's South Korea on cusp of World Cup berth

Son Heung-min's South Korea on cusp of World Cup berth

European club trophy winners Son Heung-min and Lee Kang-in will hope to fire South Korea to the World Cup in the coming days with four remaining automatic spots from Asia up for grabs.
June 4, 2025 | 07:27 am GMT+7
Pressure on China ahead of must-win clash with Indonesia to keep World Cup hope alive

Pressure on China ahead of must-win clash with Indonesia to keep World Cup hope alive

China national football team are under big pressure as they must win the two crucial fixtures in the third round of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers to keep their hope of advancing.
June 3, 2025 | 08:31 pm GMT+7
Saudi Pro League eyes Son Heung-min as next big star after Cristiano Ronaldo

Saudi Pro League eyes Son Heung-min as next big star after Cristiano Ronaldo

With Cristiano Ronaldo's potential departure from Al Nassr, Saudi Pro League clubs are targeting Tottenham Hotspur captain Son Heung-min as the next marquee star.
June 3, 2025 | 07:31 pm GMT+7
South Korean football star Lee Kang-in among 2 PSG players for sale after Champions League triumph

South Korean football star Lee Kang-in among 2 PSG players for sale after Champions League triumph

Fresh off their historic Champions League victory, Paris Saint-Germain have begun reshaping their squad in preparation for the next season by putting two players on the transfer market.
June 3, 2025 | 05:31 pm GMT+7
Lee Kang-in puts Champions League medal on Doosan heiress girlfriend during celebration

Lee Kang-in puts Champions League medal on Doosan heiress girlfriend during celebration

South Korean football star Lee Kang-in drew attention after sharing a viral moment with his girlfriend, Park Sang-hyo, heiress of the influential Doosan family, following PSG’s Champions League triumph.
June 3, 2025 | 05:57 am GMT+7
PSG star Kvaratskhelia pays homage to childhood idol Cristiano Ronaldo after winning Champions League

PSG star Kvaratskhelia pays homage to childhood idol Cristiano Ronaldo after winning Champions League

After PSG's emphatic 5-0 victory over Inter Milan in the Champions League final on Sunday, Georgia's top football star Khvicha Kvaratskhelia paid an inspiring homage to his childhood idol Cristiano Ronaldo on social media.
June 2, 2025 | 04:10 pm GMT+7
PSG coach Luis Enrique pays heartfelt tribute to late daughter after Champions League triumph

PSG coach Luis Enrique pays heartfelt tribute to late daughter after Champions League triumph

Coach Luis Enrique honored the memory of his late daughter Xana after leading French powerhouse Paris Saint-Germain to their historic Champions League title win.
June 2, 2025 | 03:38 pm GMT+7
2 fans die after Champions League celebrations in France

2 fans die after Champions League celebrations in France

Two fans died and a police officer is in a coma after mass nationwide celebrations for Paris Saint-Germain’s historic Champions League victory, European soccer’s biggest prize, French authorities said Sunday.
June 1, 2025 | 05:40 pm GMT+7
Brilliant PSG demolish Inter Milan to win first Champions League title in the most one-sided final ever

Brilliant PSG demolish Inter Milan to win first Champions League title in the most one-sided final ever

Paris Saint-Germain won the Champions League for the first time as Luis Enrique's brilliant young side outclassed Inter Milan on Saturday in the most one-sided final ever with teenager Desire Doue scoring twice in an astonishing 5-0 victory.
June 1, 2025 | 08:48 am GMT+7
Al-Nassr working on renewing Ronaldo deal, says club chief

Al-Nassr working on renewing Ronaldo deal, says club chief

Al-Nassr are negotiating with Cristiano Ronaldo over a contract extension but face competition from a host of clubs eager to sign the five-times Ballon d'Or winner, the Saudi side's sporting director Fernando Hierro said on Thursday.
May 31, 2025 | 06:00 am GMT+7
Man Utd young star Amad Diallo criticized for raising middle finger to fans in Malaysia

Man Utd young star Amad Diallo criticized for raising middle finger to fans in Malaysia

Ivory Coast forward Amad Diallo has come under fire after raising his middle finger toward fans following Manchester United's 0-1 loss to the ASEAN All-Stars in Kuala Lumpur.
May 30, 2025 | 03:54 pm GMT+7
5 potential next destinations for Cristiano Ronaldo

5 potential next destinations for Cristiano Ronaldo

Cristiano Ronaldo's next club, after his contract with Al Nassr expires at the end of next month, could provide him with a chance to play in the FIFA Club World Cup or return to the Champions League.
May 29, 2025 | 10:05 pm GMT+7
No coach wants to work with Cristiano Ronaldo: former Egyptian star striker

No coach wants to work with Cristiano Ronaldo: former Egyptian star striker

Former Egyptian striker Mido believes coaches at Cristiano Ronaldo’s potential new clubs are hesitant to work with the Portuguese superstar.
May 29, 2025 | 09:48 pm GMT+7
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