Malaysian content creator Muhamad Zakhir Muhamad Zaidi continued attracting football fans in Kelantan's Kota Bharu, weeks after going viral for his striking resemblance to Spain and Barcelona star Lamine Yamal.
Consecutive victories in the 2026 ASEAN Cup group stage have propelled Thailand to 91st place in the FIFA world ranking, overtaking China for the first time in 22 years.
Jorge Messi, the father and longtime agent of Lionel Messi, died at 10 p.m. on Aug. 7 at a clinic in Rosario, Argentina, after a long illness, the Buenos Aires outlet Infobae reported.
Philadelphia 76ers star Jaylen Brown believes Norwegian football superstar Erling Haaland has the ideal physique for basketball and said he would thrive in the sport.
Indonesia forward Jens Raven was filmed striking teammate Shayne Pattynama on the head as players confronted their own supporters at Jalan Besar Stadium on Aug. 7, after a 1-1 draw with hosts Singapore ended Indonesia's ASEAN Championship in the group stage.
Japanese Olympic silver medalist Tomoru Honda has withdrawn from the Pan Pacific Championships and next month's Asian Games after being indicted over a crash he did not report to his federation for nine months.
Indonesian fans have demanded the dismissal of head coach John Herdman after a 1-1 draw against Singapore resulted in a shocking group-stage exit of their national team at the 2026 ASEAN Cup.
Indonesia were eliminated from the 2026 ASEAN Cup group stage after securing only a 1-1 draw against Singapore in a decisive match on Friday, failing to reach the semifinals for the second consecutive edition of the tournament.
The Korea Football Association (KFA) has repeatedly paid for sexual entertainment for foreign referees officiating international matches, including World Cup and Olympic qualifiers, according to a government audit report.
Coach Kim Sang-sik affirmed that his team respect every tournament by fielding the strongest lineup and trying their best, in response to defender Justin Hubner's comments downplaying Vietnam's 3-0 victory over Indonesia at the 2026 ASEAN Cup.
Real Madrid on Thursday announced a new six-year deal for star forward Vinicius Junior and the signing of teenage sensation Yan Diomande in a major boost to their quest to end a two-year trophy drought.
Cristiano Ronaldo has offered fans a glimpse into his garage, which houses a stunning collection of supercars worth tens of millions of dollars, including extremely rare ones like the Bugatti Centodieci and Ferrari Daytona SP3.
South Korean police have summoned former national team head coach Hong Myung-bo for the first time as a suspect regarding his controversial appointment by the Korea Football Association in 2024.
Chinese track and field sensation Wu Yanni has gone viral with new photoshoots to celebrate her 29th birthday, showcasing her beauty, strong demeanor, and a blend of charisma and athletic prowess.
Real Madrid have offered a contract extension with a salary of US$25 million per year, but this improved figure still falls significantly short of Vinicius Junior's current demands.
Alexandra Eala of the Philippines capped her giant-killing run at the Washington Open with a 4-6, 6-4, 6-0 victory over top-seeded Jessica Pegula on Monday to become the first player from Southeast Asia to win a WTA title.
Dutch-born defender Justin Hubner has drawn attention with sarcastic comments directed at the Vietnam national team following their 3-0 victory over Indonesia in the 2026 ASEAN Cup.
Following his run with champions Spain at the 2026 World Cup, 19-year-old Barcelona star Lamine Yamal is enjoying a vacation alongside his girlfriend, influencer Ines Garcia, in Saint-Tropez, France.
Regional media, including the Southeast Asian Football Federation (AFF), have highly praised Vietnam's dominant 3-0 victory over Indonesia in their crucial Group A clash at the 2026 ASEAN Cup.
Rizky Ridho admitted Indonesia suffered a heavy blow after a 0-3 loss to Vietnam in the 2026 ASEAN Cup, but he believes his team will bounce back stronger.
Indonesia's 3-0 loss to Vietnam in Group A of the 2026 ASEAN Cup was the country's heaviest home defeat in the history of Southeast Asia's premier football tournament.
Vietnam coach Kim Sang-sik joked that he may stop wearing white shirts after his side's 3-0 victory over Indonesia in Group A of the 2026 ASEAN Cup at Pakansari Stadium on Monday.
While Indonesian media leans towards their home team, a Portuguese prediction website highly rates Vietnam ahead of their crucial Group A match in the 2026 ASEAN Cup.
A series of fireworks were fired without purpose early on Monday morning near an Indonesian hotel where the Vietnam national team were staying, ahead of their important match against the hosts in the 2026 ASEAN Cup.
The Vietnam men’s football team were in high spirits as they were welcomed by Vietnamese fans in Indonesia two days before their clash against the hosts at the 2026 ASEAN Cup.
Football icon Cristiano Ronaldo and his fiancée Georgina Rodriguez have ignited wedding speculation after being spotted wearing matching diamond rings during a recent summer getaway in Mallorca, Spain.
England and Real Madrid star Jude Bellingham has recently given fans a glimpse into his private relationship with American model and influencer Ashlyn Castro.
Vietnam's top women's badminton player, Nguyen Thuy Linh, has defeated 19-year-old Unnati Hooda of India in straight games to advance to the final of the 2026 Taiwan Open.
Thailand took a major step toward the 2026 ASEAN Cup semifinals with a 2-0 victory over Malaysia on Saturday, thanks to goals from Yotsakorn Burapha and Teerasak Poeiphimai at Rajamangala Stadium.
Singapore head coach Gavin Lee said his side was disappointed not to come away with all three points after holding defending champions Vietnam to a 0-0 draw in Group A of the 2026 ASEAN Cup.
Vietnam head coach Kim Sang-sik said striker Nguyen Dinh Bac failed to carry out his tactical instructions after the forward squandered several clear chances in a goalless draw with Singapore at the 2026 ASEAN Cup.
Vietnam head coach Kim Sang-sik appeared frustrated when he substituted Nguyen Dinh Bac before halftime, after the striker missed several scoring opportunities as Vietnam were held to a 0-0 draw by Singapore at the 2026 ASEAN Cup on July 31.
World football governing body FIFA said Friday it was scrapping a plan to allow private investment in flagship events after fierce backlash from football officials worldwide.
Vietnam controlled much of Friday night’s ASEAN Cup clash with Singapore but failed to convert their dominance into a goal, settling for a frustrating draw.
The 135,000-seat stadium under construction at the Hanoi International Sports Complex has been renamed VinFast Stadium, after the electric vehicle brand of Vingroup, the project's developer.
Brazilian-born striker Nguyen Xuan Son is considered the biggest threat to Singapore ahead of their crucial Group A clash against Vietnam in the 2026 ASEAN Cup group stage, prompting a major local newspaper to call him "Hanoi Haaland."
The VnExpress Da Nang International Marathon Herbalife Cup 2026 attracted around 13,000 runners, including more than 1,000 international participants from 52 countries, as athletes competed on a course passing through Da Nang's streets, riverside, coastline and bridges.
VnExpress Marathon Nha Trang 2026 has unveiled four official race shirt designs featuring a Memphis-inspired aesthetic, with geometric patterns and bold colors inspired by the coastal city's seascape.
Singapore head coach Gavin Lee joked that his players would need "steroids or something similar" to improve their speed overnight as his team prepare to face defending champions Vietnam in the 2026 ASEAN Cup.
Despite the downpours, dedicated local fans lined up in Hanoi to secure their tickets for the highly anticipated Vietnam-Singapore clash at the 2026 ASEAN Cup.
Cao Yanhao, a 14-year-old Chinese table tennis player, has been handed a one-year ban from competition after he punched and kicked his opponent after a crushing defeat.
At 19, Spanish football prodigy Lamine Yamal boasts an impressive collection of luxury watches with elite and rare pieces from Jacob & Co., Rolex, and Patek Philippe.
Despite a handful of recent speculations and a viral wedding invitation circulating online, football icon Cristiano Ronaldo and his fiancée Georgina Rodriguez are not getting married on Aug. 1 as several sources claimed.
China has chosen to host a five-team friendly tournament during the international break in September and October instead of participating in the first edition of the FIFA ASEAN Cup following an invitation.
Erick Thohir, president of the Football Association of Indonesia (PSSI), doesn't want his team to get comfortable after a 5-1 victory against Cambodia in their ASEAN Cup opener as their next opponent, Vietnam, will be tougher.
Switzerland forward Breel Embolo should not have been sent off during this month's World Cup quarterfinal against Argentina, according to a circular issued by football's law-making body IFAB on Tuesday.
Portuguese superstar Cristiano Ronaldo will take on roles as an actor and executive producer in a highly anticipated new drama series centered on the business of British football.
FIFA president Gianni Infantino has hit back at World Cup critics, claiming they were "spreading hate and false rumors" and arguing the tournament delivered "only joy and happiness".
Debutant Mitchell Baker scored a hat-trick as Indonesia cruised to a 5-1 victory over Cambodia in their opening Group A match of the 2026 ASEAN Cup on Sunday, with midfielder Thom Haye providing three assists in a dominant display.
