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Indonesia naturalized player makes history as first Southeast Asian to feature in UEFA Champions League

Indonesia naturalized player makes history as first Southeast Asian to feature in UEFA Champions League

Left-back Calvin Verdonk has made history as the first player from Indonesia and Southeast Asia to make an appearance in the UEFA Champions League.
Ronaldo shows love for Saudi Arabia amid tension with Portugal national team

Ronaldo shows love for Saudi Arabia amid tension with Portugal national team

Money, Rolex and fans: Belgium star regrets not choosing to play for Indonesia

Money, Rolex and fans: Belgium star regrets not choosing to play for Indonesia

David Beckham looks tiny next to towering basketball legend Yao Ming at NBA game

David Beckham looks tiny next to towering basketball legend Yao Ming at NBA game

English football icon Sir David Beckham appeared noticeably small while seated courtside next to 2.29m Chinese basketball legend Yao Ming during a preseason NBA matchup in Macau.
October 13, 2026 | 10:11 am GMT+7
Vinicius Junior faces turbulent time with red card and breakup

Vinicius Junior faces turbulent time with red card and breakup

Real Madrid star Vinicius Junior is going through a difficult period both on and off the pitch, highlighted by the split from his girlfriend and a controversial red card that will sit him out for a few games.
October 13, 2026 | 05:57 am GMT+7
Naturalized players threaten Southeast Asian football's identity: Malaysian expert

Naturalized players threaten Southeast Asian football's identity: Malaysian expert

Malaysian football expert Ajitpal Singh believes the FIFA ASEAN Cup reflects the state of Southeast Asian football, where the growing number of naturalized players risks eroding national identity and making it harder for fans to connect emotionally with their teams.
October 11, 2026 | 07:00 pm GMT+7
Lee Kang-in still haunted by ping-pong incident amid squad conflict rumors

Lee Kang-in still haunted by ping-pong incident amid squad conflict rumors

More than two years after the “ping-pong” controversy at the 2024 Asian Cup, star forward Lee Kang-in continues to be dragged into rumors whenever the South Korea national team show signs of conflict.
October 11, 2026 | 06:00 pm GMT+7
Cristiano Ronaldo provisionally suspended by Portugal after walkout

Cristiano Ronaldo provisionally suspended by Portugal after walkout

Cristiano Ronaldo has been provisionally suspended after the Portuguese Football Federation (FPF) announced on Saturday that it had opened disciplinary proceedings against the 41-year-old over his decision to walk out on the national team.
October 11, 2026 | 07:51 am GMT+7
Carlos Tevez reveals more details for farewell match featuring Messi and Ronaldo on same team

Carlos Tevez reveals more details for farewell match featuring Messi and Ronaldo on same team

Former Argentine football star Carlos Tevez's ultimate football fantasy is becoming a reality as Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo prepare to play together for the first time in his upcoming farewell match, with more famous names set to participate.
October 11, 2026 | 06:00 am GMT+7
Lao player reportedly arrested in ASEAN Cup match-fixing scandal

Lao player reportedly arrested in ASEAN Cup match-fixing scandal

Lao forward Soukphachan Lueanthala is reported to have been arrested on allegations of facilitating an illegal betting ring involving matches of the Laos national football team during the group stage of the 2026 ASEAN Cup.
October 10, 2026 | 06:03 am GMT+7
'They're not at our level anymore': Indonesia defender Hubner sends message to other Southeast Asian teams following FIFA ASEAN Cup victory

'They're not at our level anymore': Indonesia defender Hubner sends message to other Southeast Asian teams following FIFA ASEAN Cup victory

Following Indonesia's triumph at the 2026 FIFA ASEAN Cup, center-back Justin Hubner has asserted that his team are at a higher level than the rest of the region, declaring them the true kings of Southeast Asia.
October 9, 2026 | 02:29 pm GMT+7
China national football team hit rock bottom following shocking defeats

China national football team hit rock bottom following shocking defeats

Chinese media were furious as the national football team endured one of their most disastrous runs recently, suffering a humiliating string of heavy defeats during the international break.
October 8, 2026 | 07:00 pm GMT+7
Portuguese football to face massive financial loss if Ronaldo retires

Portuguese football to face massive financial loss if Ronaldo retires

Cristiano Ronaldo's potential departure from the Portugal national team is set to be a devastating blow to the nation's commercial interests alongside the performance on the pitch, following his recent fallout with the head coach.
October 8, 2026 | 01:03 pm GMT+7
South Korea players spark controversy for celebrating military service exemption after winning Asian Games gold

South Korea players spark controversy for celebrating military service exemption after winning Asian Games gold

Several South Korean players have sparked controversy for expressing delight at receiving military service exemptions after winning the Asian Games gold medal, reigniting debate over a policy that has existed in the country for over half a century.
October 8, 2026 | 06:05 am GMT+7
Portugal head coach threatened with sacking amid fallout with Ronaldo

Portugal head coach threatened with sacking amid fallout with Ronaldo

Carlos Padrao, a former goalkeeper and close friend of Jorge Jesus, has revealed that a member of Cristiano Ronaldo's crew has threatened the Portugal head coach with dismissal unless he publicly apologizes to the 41-year-old star.
October 8, 2026 | 05:57 am GMT+7
Thailand football suffers 7 major final defeats under Madam Pang

Thailand football suffers 7 major final defeats under Madam Pang

Since taking office as the Football Association of Thailand (FAT) president in 2024, Madam Pang has witnessed the nation's football teams suffer a string of defeats in seven major finals across various levels.
October 6, 2026 | 05:04 pm GMT+7
Indonesia defender Justin Hubner mocks Vietnam after winning FIFA ASEAN Cup

Indonesia defender Justin Hubner mocks Vietnam after winning FIFA ASEAN Cup

Following Indonesia's historic victory at the 2026 FIFA ASEAN Cup, defender Justin Hubner mimicked midfielder Nguyen Hai Long's previous goal celebration and mocked Vietnam on social media.
October 6, 2026 | 04:01 pm GMT+7
Thailand defender blasts 'stupid' referee following FIFA ASEAN Cup final loss to Indonesia

Thailand defender blasts 'stupid' referee following FIFA ASEAN Cup final loss to Indonesia

Center-back Elias Dolah has publicly criticized referee Ahrol Risqullaev after Thailand were reduced to 10 men and lost to Indonesia on penalties in the 2026 FIFA ASEAN Cup final.
October 6, 2026 | 03:10 pm GMT+7
Indonesian media questions Vietnam's regional stature as Malaysia hails historic victory over Southeast Asia's reigning champions

Indonesian media questions Vietnam's regional stature as Malaysia hails historic victory over Southeast Asia's reigning champions

CNN Indonesia reported that Vietnam's disappointing campaign at the inaugural FIFA ASEAN Cup failed to live up to its status as Southeast Asia's reigning champions.
October 6, 2026 | 10:05 am GMT+7
Indonesia beat Thailand on penalties to win inaugural FIFA ASEAN Cup

Indonesia beat Thailand on penalties to win inaugural FIFA ASEAN Cup

Indonesia defeated Thailand 4-2 in a penalty shootout after a dramatic 2-2 draw following extra time in Jakarta, claiming the inaugural FIFA ASEAN Cup title.
October 5, 2026 | 07:23 pm GMT+7
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