The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) hosted the prestigious AFC Annual Awards 2023 in Seoul, recognizing outstanding achievements and contributions in Asian football. The awards honored players, coaches, and associations for their commitment to advancing football across the continent and promoting excellence both on and off the field. The AFC Referees Special Award celebrated the accomplishments of beach soccer referees Yuichi Hatano (Japan), Turki Al Salehi (Oman), and Ibrahim Al Raeesi (UAE), commending their exceptional dedication to the game.
