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Technical
The latest publication provides in-depth analyses of the two age-group competitions that were staged in March and April in the host cities of Shenzhen and Taif, and offers valuable insights into the performances of the next generation of Asian stars in a comprehensive joint format, making it seamless for technical observers to reference information.
The triumphs of Australia, who lifted their maiden U20 crown, and Uzbekistan, who ended a 13-year wait to reclaim the U17 title, take centre stage, while the publication also traces the pathways of the teams who secured their spots for the upcoming FIFA U-20 World Cup Chile 2025 and FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2025.
Among the many highlights is the Winning Coach segments, which shines the spotlight on Australia’s Trevor Morgan and Uzbekistan’s Samvel Babayan, as they lift the veil on their successful campaigns, ranging from mental fortitude to their in-depth knowledge of the domestic football landscape.
The report also includes deep dives into technical topics and emerging trends observed across both competitions, from high-intensity pressing and transitional play to finishing efficiency, the growing influence of wing play, and the noticeable increase in emotional maturity displayed by Asia’s youth on the continental stage.
Meanwhile, alongside discussions on refereeing and player development, the report features popular segments such as Best Players, Best Goals and Awards, which make for engaging reading not only for technical experts but also for passionate fans across Asia.
Spanning more than 100 pages of analyses, statistics and expert insights, the combined publication, available here, offers readers the chance to relive the AFC U20 Asian Cup™ China 2025 and the AFC U17 Asian Cup™ Saudi Arabia 2025 in a fitting chronicle of Asia’s emerging heroes.
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