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The Long Read: Dang Van Lam

Thu, 28 Oct, 2021

The Long Read: Dang Van Lam

Bangkok: After years of unrelenting persistence, Dang Van Lam finally realised his dream of becoming Vietnam's number one goalkeeper and, part of a golden generation of talent, the Muangthong United custodian continues to set the bar high.

Thousands of Vietnam fans, many donning bright red t-shirts featuring the country’s famed golden star, had descended upon Dubai’s Al Maktoum Stadium last January to cheer on their heroes against Jordan in the last 16 of the AFC Asian Cup UAE 2019.

A tense encounter played out in front of vibrant, vocal support for both teams inside one of Asia’s newest and most atmospheric arenas. After 120 minutes of action, the sides could not be separated and the game would be decided from the spot.

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Bracket Challenge: RO16 - Sutee Suksomkit (THA) vs Abbas Chahrour (LBN)

Thu, 28 Oct, 2021

Bracket Challenge: RO16 - Sutee Suksomkit (THA) vs Abbas Chahrour (LBN)

Kuala Lumpur: The AFC Asian Cup has always captivated audiences with its moments of sheer genius, brilliant celebrations and - above all - stunning goals. 

As we build up towards the AFC Asian Cup China 2023, the-AFC.com continues the AFC Asian Cup Greatest Goals Bracket Challenge with the next Round of 16 tie.

Bracket Challenge: RO16 - Almoez Ali (QAT) vs Yousef Al Rawashdeh (JOR)

Thu, 28 Oct, 2021

Bracket Challenge: RO16 - Almoez Ali (QAT) vs Yousef Al Rawashdeh (JOR)

Kuala Lumpur: The AFC Asian Cup has always captivated audiences with its moments of sheer genius, brilliant celebrations and - above all - stunning goals. 

As we build up towards the AFC Asian Cup China 2023, the-AFC.com continues the AFC Asian Cup Greatest Goals Bracket Challenge with the next Round of 16 tie.

Bracket Challenge: RO16 - Sunil Chhetri (IND) vs Indra Putra Mahayuddin (MAS)

Thu, 28 Oct, 2021

Bracket Challenge: RO16 - Sunil Chhetri (IND) vs Indra Putra Mahayuddin (MAS)

Kuala Lumpur: The AFC Asian Cup has always captivated audiences with its moments of sheer genius, brilliant celebrations and - above all - stunning goals. 

As we build up towards the AFC Asian Cup China 2023, the-AFC.com continues the AFC Asian Cup Greatest Goals Bracket Challenge with the next enticing Round of 16 tie.

5 of the Best: Teen Goals

Thu, 28 Oct, 2021

5 of the Best: Teen Goals

Kuala Lumpur: As the resumption of the 2020 AFC Champions League draws ever closer, the remainder of the year will give some of Asia's brightest young stars the chance to shine in the Continent's most prestigious club competition.

With that in mind, this week's '5 of the Best' sees the-AFC.com wind back the clock to look at the emerging talent who have risen to prominence in years gone by as we shine the spotlight on teenage goalscorers.

Among the contenders are players who have gone on to win the English Premier League and represent one of the Netherlands' biggest sides after first showing their promise in the AFC Champions League. After reviewing the nominees, tell us your favourite at the foot of the article.

Also check out our previous editions: acrobatic goals, solo goals, volleys, long-range screamers, chips, free-kicks, curlers, saves, team goals, assists and flicks, tricks and backheels.

Vote for your best ACL2019 Team: Defenders

Thu, 28 Oct, 2021

Vote for your best ACL2019 Team: Defenders

Kuala Lumpur: The return of the 2020 AFC Champions League is now just weeks away but before this season's Continental campaign resumes, the-AFC.com continues its quest to find out who the fans consider the Best XI from last year's tournament.

Last week we presented the candidates for the 2019 edition's best goalkeeper, and now we shine the spotlight on the players who will make up the backline.

So, here are the 14 players in contention for the four places in defence. Review the nominees and then choose your favourite defenders for this all-star XI in the respective polls.

ACL Goals of the Decade – Semi-final 1

Thu, 28 Oct, 2021

ACL Goals of the Decade – Semi-final 1

Kuala Lumpur: As excitement continues to build for the return of the AFC Champions League in September, the-AFC.com asks you, the fans, to vote for your favourite goal in the competition from the past decade.

Looking back at the tournaments from 2010 to 2019, we've selected 20 of the best goals scored in Asia's biggest club competition and now ask you to tell us your favourite, which will be announced ahead of the AFC Champions League's resumption next month.

Splitting them into two semi-finals with 10 goals apiece, our first offering features stunning solo efforts, thunderbolts from distance and much more, so enjoy the trip down memory lane and cast your vote at the bottom of the article. The top five highest rated will progress to September's finale!