Iran book 2022 FIFA World Cup berth; Japan, South Korea maintain charge
Iran are the first team to qualify for the 2022 FIFA World Cup from the final round of the Asian qualifiers after a 1-0 win over Iraq on Thursday.
2022 Schedule
2022 Schedule
6-1-0, 1st in FIFA World Cup Qualifying - AFC
Race for Asia's World Cup berth heats up with Japan, Australia in pursuit of Saudi Arabia
The race to reach the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Asia is heating up with just four matches left to go in the final round of qualifiers.
Son Heung-min wins 5th consecutive Best Footballer in Asia award
Tottenham and South Korea star Son Heung-min has won the Best Footballer in Asia award for a fifth consecutive year.
South Korea finally flex muscles as Japan claim advantage over Australia
On an eventful night of Asian World Cup qualifiers, South Korea finally delivered a statement win while Japan gained a crucial advantage.
At halfway mark of Asian qualifiers, who's on course for the World Cup and who's on their way out?
As the Asian qualifiers for the FIFA World Cup reaches its halfway mark, we look at who's on course to reach Qatar 2022 and who's as good as gone.
The unheralded players lighting up the Asian World Cup qualifiers
There are no shortage of stars gracing the Asian qualifiers for the FIFA World Cup but some unheralded names are also taking their chance to shine.
Japan resurgence continues as Iran pull off miracle to stay top in Asian WCQ
Japan continued working their way back to form while Iran produced a stunning come-from-behind win on Match Day 5 of the Asian World Cup qualifiers.
Iran look to fill Mehdi Taremi void in WCQ clash against Lebanon
There will be plenty to play for as the third round of Asian qualifiers for the FIFA World Cup return for the final international break of the year.
Japan awaken from slumber while Iran, South Korea enhance credentials despite draw
Match Day 4 of the FIFA World Cup Asian qualifiers did not disappoint with Japan downing Australia, while South Korea and Iran shared the spoils.
Iran's Jahanbakhsh heads home to cancel out Son strike
Alireza Jahanbakhsh's late header cancelled out Son Heung-Min's opener as Iran drew 1-1 with South Korea in Tehran on Tuesday.
Can Vietnam convert endeavour into a historic World Cup qualifying win?
Having shown plenty of endeavour without reward so far in the Asian World Cup qualifiers, Vietnam will be looking for victory against Oman.
Heartbreak for Vietnam despite stunning comeback; Japan flatter to deceive again
With late drama and star turns from some big names, there was plenty to digest from the Asian qualifiers for the 2022 FIFA World Cup.
Asian World Cup qualifiers: Will Kubo-less Japan find spark? Can Vietnam kickstart campaign?
As the Asian qualifiers for the 2022 FIFA World Cup resume on Thursday, we look at the main talking points from the six matches on Match Day 3.
With newfound responsibility, captain Alireza Jahanbakhsh believes Iran can make World Cup history
As Iran resume their quest for the 2022 FIFA World Cup, Alireza Jahanbakhsh believes they can make history by reaching the knockouts in Qatar.
From battling relegation to eyeing Eredivisie glory, Jahanbakhsh wants to deliver for Feyenoord
After three seasons of battling relegation in the Premier League, Alireza Jahanbakhsh is now relishing challenging for trophies with Feyenoord.
Japan are back, Saudi Arabia maintain their perfect start
Japan and South Korea both overcame their opening losses with 1-0 wins while Saudi Arabia prove to be a threat in Group B.
Japan shocked, Vietnam not enough in Asia World Cup qualifiers
Oman pulled off a stunning upset of heavyweights Japan while Vietnam couldn't hold onto their narrow lead against Saudi Arabia
Asia's hopefuls embark on final leg of arduous journey to 2022 FIFA World Cup
Asia's 12 remaining hopefuls will resume their quest to qualify for the 2022 FIFA World Cup on Thursday when the third round of qualifiers begin.
Persepolis win record 7th Iranian league title
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AFC delays decision on Asian Cup 2027 hosts
The bidding process for the hosting rights for the 2027 Asian Cup has been delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Vietnam get Japan, Australia; heavyweights Korea Republic, Iran to face off
Vietnam will face three heavyweights - Japan, Australia and Saudi Arabia - in the final round of Asian qualifiers for the FIFA World Cup.
Vietnam make history in AFC World Cup qualifying
We take a look at the biggest talking points from the final matchday in the second round of 2022 AFC World Cup qualifiers.
Iran, China, Vietnam progress in Asian WCQ
On a night when eight places in the 12-team third round were unclaimed at kick-off, Iran, China and Vietnam all secured spots in the next stage.
Drama aplenty as race to 2022 World Cup in Asia finally resumes
The race to qualify for the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Asia has finally returned, but which teams are in pole position to advance to the next round?
Iran unhappy with Bahrain hosting WC qualifiers
Iran's Dragan Skocic and Mehdi Taremi have questioned the decision to hold the country's World Cup qualifiers in Bahrain when play resumes in June.
2022 WCQ Standings
| TEAM | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IR Iran | 7 | 6 | 1 | 0 | +10 | 19 |
| South Korea | 7 | 5 | 2 | 0 | +7 | 17 |
| United Arab Emirates | 7 | 2 | 3 | 2 | +1 | 9 |
| Lebanon | 7 | 1 | 2 | 4 | -3 | 5 |
| Iraq | 7 | 0 | 4 | 3 | -7 | 4 |
| Syria | 7 | 0 | 2 | 5 | -8 | 2 |
2022 Team LeadersFIFA World Cup Qualifying - AFC
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RankingsFIFA World Cup Qualifying - AFC
Goal Difference30
Goals Scored34
Assists0
Goals Conceded4