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4th in FIFA World Cup Qualifying - AFC
The main talking points as the third round of Asian qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup begins The main talking points as the third round of Asian qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup begins

There is plenty to look forward to as the third round of Asian qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup begins on Thursday.

The 18 teams contesting the third round of Asian qualifiers for the FIFA World Cup The 18 teams contesting the third round of Asian qualifiers for the FIFA World Cup

18 teams are still in the hunt to reach the World Cup as the third round of Asian qualifiers kick off on Thursday.

Kim Pan-Gon earning Ulsan HD job is testament to what he achieved in Malaysia, Hong Kong Kim Pan-Gon earning Ulsan HD job is testament to what he achieved in Malaysia, Hong Kong

The excellent work Kim Pan-Gon did with Malaysia has now landed him a dream job back home with Ulsan HD.

South Korea turn to legendary Hong Myung-Bo -- but does he even want the job? South Korea turn to legendary Hong Myung-Bo -- but does he even want the job?

Despite him repeatedly declining the offer, Hong Myung-Bo was appointed coach of South Korea on Monday.

South Korea legend Hong Myung-Bo named Jürgen Klinsmann's successor South Korea legend Hong Myung-Bo named Jürgen Klinsmann's successor

South Korea legend Hong Myung-Bo will take charge of the national team for a second time.

Japan, Australia, Saudi Arabia to clash again in Asian World Cup qualifiers Japan, Australia, Saudi Arabia to clash again in Asian World Cup qualifiers

Japan, Australia and Saudi Arabia will renew their respective rivalries in the third round of the Asian World Cup qualifiers.

The 18 teams advancing to the final round of Asian qualifiers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup The 18 teams advancing to the final round of Asian qualifiers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup

With the second round of the Asian qualifiers completed, 18 teams are still in the hunt to reach the World Cup.

Son Heung-min shrugs off boos from Singapore fans Son Heung-min shrugs off boos from Singapore fans

Son Heung-min says that South Korea's 7-0 victory was "a joy" to play despite getting booed by Singapore fans.

Hwang In-Beom, Son Heung-Min see bright future for South Korea amid period of uncertainty Hwang In-Beom, Son Heung-Min see bright future for South Korea amid period of uncertainty

South Korea are yet to appoint a new permanent coach but that doesn't mean their future isn't looking bright.

Palestine reach World Cup qualifying final round for 1st time Palestine reach World Cup qualifying final round for 1st time

Palestine advanced to the final round of World Cup qualification for the first time ever Thursday with a 0-0 draw against Lebanon.

WCQ - AFC Table

# TEAM GP GD PTS
1 Iraq 1 +1 3
2 Jordan 1 0 1
3 Kuwait 1 0 1
4 South Korea 1 0 1
5 Palestine 1 0 1
6 Oman 1 -1 0
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Team Leaders

Top Scorers

# Player Goals M A
Son Heung-Min 7 7 1
Lee Kang-in 4 7 3
Hwang Hee-Chan 2 5 0

Top Assists

# Player Assists M G
Lee Kang-in 3 7 4
Joo Min-Kyu 3 5 1
Lee Jae-Sung 2 7 1