FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers, AFC points table: Complete standings for Asian qualification in third round
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FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers, AFC points table: Complete standings for Asian qualification in third round

The Hindu  

The third round of the FIFA World Cup Asian Qualifiers is set to resume from Thursday, March 20. Here are the standings in the third round so far: Third Round Group A Standings: Group A MP W D L GF GA GD Pts. Iran 6 5 1 0 12 5 7 16 Uzbekistan 6 4 1 1 8 5 3 13 United Arab Emirates 6 3 1 2 12 4 8 10 Qatar 6 2 1 3 10 17 -7 7 Kyrgyzstan 6 1 0 5 6 13 -7 3 North Korea 6 0 2 4 5 9 -4 3 Third Round Group B Standings: Group B MP W D L GF GA GD Pts. South Korea 7 4 3 0 13 6 7 15 Iraq 6 3 2 1 5 3 2 11 Jordan 6 2 3 1 9 5 4 9 Oman 7 2 1 4 7 10 -3 7 Kuwait 6 0 4 2 5 11 -6 4 Palestine 6 0 3 3 4 8 -4 3 Third Round Group C Standings: Group C MP W D L GF GA GD Pts. Japan 6 5 1 0 22 2 20 16 Australia 6 1 4 1 6 5 1 7 Indonesia 6 1 3 2 6 9 -3 6 Saudi Arabia 6 1 3 2 3 6 -3 6 Bahrain 6 1 3 2 5 10 -5 6 China 6 2 0 4 6 16 -10 6

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Who has qualified for the 2026 World Cup?
1 day ago

Who has qualified for the 2026 World Cup?

Associated Press  

The 2026 World Cup will have a record 48 teams, and Japan became the first nation excluding the three hosts to secure a spot. Another two will secure their berths in the international playoffs featuring six teams and scheduled for March 2026. North and Central America plus the Caribbean get three direct berths and another two spots in the international …

How do Oceania teams qualify for the FIFA World Cup 2026? - Format explained
1 day, 8 hours ago

How do Oceania teams qualify for the FIFA World Cup 2026? - Format explained

The Hindu  

The Oceania Football Confederation qualifiers for the FIFA World Cup 2026 will resume on Friday, March 21, with the third round set to take place in New Zealand. The FIFA World Cup 2026 Oceania qualifiers has three rounds: First round: The four lowest-ranked teams from the region, according to the FIFA men’s rankings, played a knockout round. Third round: The …

FIFA World Cup Asian Qualifiers 2023-25: Which teams are in action, When are the matches?
1 day, 9 hours ago

FIFA World Cup Asian Qualifiers 2023-25: Which teams are in action, When are the matches?

The Hindu  

The third round of the AFC World Cup Qualifiers is set to resume from Thursday, March 20. With plenty of games still left and spots to be grabbed, more teams will look to qualify for the mega event, set to be played in Canada, Mexico and the USA. Nine matches will be played on March 20 and another nine matches …

Japan becomes the first team to qualify for the 2026 World Cup after host nations
1 day, 10 hours ago

Japan becomes the first team to qualify for the 2026 World Cup after host nations

Associated Press  

SAITAMA, Japan — Japan became the first team to qualify for the 2026 World Cup after beating Bahrain 2-0 at Saitama Stadium on Thursday. We will try and win our three remaining games and grow as a team.” Earlier, second-place Australia took a big step toward a seventh appearance by defeating Indonesia 5-1 in Sydney in the visitors’ first game …

Japan first team to qualify for 2026 World Cup after victory over Bahrain
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1 day, 23 hours ago

Japan first team to qualify for 2026 World Cup after victory over Bahrain

Al Jazeera  

Japan ensure a top two finish with 2-0 win against Bahrain in Group C of Asia qualifiers for 2026 World Cup. Japan became the first team to qualify for the 2026 World Cup after beating Bahrain 2-0 at Saitama Stadium. Second-half goals from Daichi Kamada and Takefusa Kubo ensured the Samurai Blue secured a spot in Asia Group C’s top …

FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers, CAF points table: Standings in Africa before Round 5
2 days, 6 hours ago

FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers, CAF points table: Standings in Africa before Round 5

The Hindu  

The fifth round of the FIFA World Cup African Qualifiers is set to resume from Wednesday, March 19. With plenty of games left and spots to be grabbed, teams would be looking to qualify for the mega event in USA, Canada and Mexico. Egypt is currently leading Group A, while Sudan, Rwanda, Cameroon, Morocco, Ivory Coast, Algeria, Tunisia, and Comoros …

How to qualify for FIFA World Cup 2026 in Asia?
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2 days, 6 hours ago

How to qualify for FIFA World Cup 2026 in Asia?

The Hindu  

The third round of the Asian Football Confederation World Cup Qualifiers is set to resume from Thursday, March 20. With plenty at stake for all the teams in the third round, teams would be gearing up to qualify for the FIFA World Cup 2026 in USA, Mexico and Canada. AFC FIFA WORLD CUP 2026 QUALIFIERS THIRD ROUND The third round …

Japan on cusp of being first qualifier to join co-host nations at 2026 World Cup
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2 days, 20 hours ago

Japan on cusp of being first qualifier to join co-host nations at 2026 World Cup

Deccan Chronicle  

It's a simple equation for Hajime Moriyasu and his Japan team this week: beat Bahrain and a 2026 World Cup spot is guaranteed. Another win would put Japan at least 10 points clear of the third-place team with just three games remaining in Group C. “Nothing is decided yet and I believe we should prioritize how we can play to …

Japan on the cusp of being the first qualifier to join the co-host nations at the 2026 World Cup
2 days, 20 hours ago

Japan on the cusp of being the first qualifier to join the co-host nations at the 2026 World Cup

Associated Press  

It’s a simple equation for Hajime Moriyasu and his Japan team this week: beat Bahrain and a 2026 World Cup spot is guaranteed. Another win would put Japan at least 10 points clear of the third-place team with just three games remaining in Group C. “Nothing is decided yet and I believe we should prioritize how we can play to …

FIFA 2026 World Cup qualifiers: Japan eyes win over Bahrain to become first team to make it to finals
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3 days, 12 hours ago

FIFA 2026 World Cup qualifiers: Japan eyes win over Bahrain to become first team to make it to finals

The Hindu  

Japan will become the first nation to qualify for the 2026 World Cup on Thursday if it defeats Bahrain at Saitama Stadium as Hajime Moriyasu’s side look to continue its imperious form in Asia’s preliminaries. Three points would guarantee Japan a top-two finish in Group C and see it join co-hosts the United States, Canada and Mexico at next year’s …

Japan set to seal World Cup spot as Son aims to forget Spurs woes
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3 days, 20 hours ago

Japan set to seal World Cup spot as Son aims to forget Spurs woes

Hindustan Times  

Japan can become the first team to qualify for the 2026 World Cup this week while Son Heung-min will try to forget his Tottenham woes by firing South Korea to the finals. There are three groups in the third Asian qualifying round for 2026, with the top two in each going straight to the World Cup. Indonesia have leaned heavily …

Analysing India’s AFC Asian Cup 2027 qualifiers opponents
3 months, 1 week ago

Analysing India’s AFC Asian Cup 2027 qualifiers opponents

The Hindu  

Manolo Marquez’s India has been drawn in Group C of the AFC Asian Cup qualifiers along with Hong Kong, Singapore and Bangladesh. Sportstar looks at India’s opponents ahead of the qualifiers 1) Hong Kong India has previously faced Hong Kong in the 2023 Asian Cup qualifiers in Kolkata in 2022. Westwood foiled India’s chances of advancing to the third round …

AFC Asian Cup 2027 qualifiers: India in Group C with Hong Kong, Singapore, Bangladesh
3 months, 1 week ago

AFC Asian Cup 2027 qualifiers: India in Group C with Hong Kong, Singapore, Bangladesh

The Hindu  

India was grouped with Hong Kong, Singapore and Bangladesh in Group C of the AFC Asian Cup 2027 qualifiers, starting in March. India is the higher-ranked side in the group at 127, while Hong Kong is 29 places below at 156, Singapore at 161 and Bangladesh at 185. READ | Analysing India’s AFC Asian Cup 2027 qualifiers opponents India played …

AFC Asian Cup 2027 third round qualifiers draw: Live streaming info; Which pot is India in?
3 months, 1 week ago

AFC Asian Cup 2027 third round qualifiers draw: Live streaming info; Which pot is India in?

The Hindu  

The draw for the third round of qualifiers for the 2027 AFC Asian Cup will take place at the AFC House in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, on Monday. So far, 18 teams have qualified for the tournament, and the remaining six will be determined through the third round of qualifiers, which will begin in March next year. The winners of each …

AFC Asian Cup 2027 third round qualifiers draw: Which pot is India in after the latest FIFA rankings?
3 months, 3 weeks ago

AFC Asian Cup 2027 third round qualifiers draw: Which pot is India in after the latest FIFA rankings?

The Hindu  

The draw for the third round of qualifiers for the 2027 AFC Asian Cup will take place at the AFC House in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, on December 9, 2024. The winners of each group will qualify for the AFC Asian Cup 2027. RELATED: Manolo Marquez disappointed with draw but certain that India will qualify for AFC Asian Cup 2027 How …

FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers: Victory over Saudi Arabia gives Indonesia WC belief, says coach Shin
4 months ago

FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers: Victory over Saudi Arabia gives Indonesia WC belief, says coach Shin

The Hindu  

Indonesia coach Shin Tae-yong believes his team’s shock 2-0 win over former Asian champions Saudi Arabia in Jakarta on Tuesday gives them a real chance of reaching the 2026 World Cup. Marselino Ferdinan struck twice against the Herve Renard-coached Saudis to secure his country’s first win in the third phase of the continent’s qualifiers, boosting their hopes of an appearance …

FIFA World Cup 2026 AFC Qualifiers: Japan on brink of qualification, Indonesia stuns Saudi Arabia
4 months ago

FIFA World Cup 2026 AFC Qualifiers: Japan on brink of qualification, Indonesia stuns Saudi Arabia

The Hindu  

Japan is within touching distance of an eighth straight World Cup appearance after a 3-1 win over China on Tuesday put the team nine points clear of second-place Australia, which drew 2-2 with Bahrain, in its Asian qualifying group. READ | England has all the tools to win 2026 World Cup under Tuchel, says Carsley The Portsmouth forward opened the …

FIFA World Cup 2026 AFC qualifiers: Unstoppable Japan thrashes Indonesia to move closer to qualification
4 months ago

FIFA World Cup 2026 AFC qualifiers: Unstoppable Japan thrashes Indonesia to move closer to qualification

The Hindu  

Japan thrashed Indonesia 4-0 in Jakarta on Friday as Hajime Moriyasu’s relentless side moved seven points clear at the top of Group C of Asia’s 2026 World Cup qualifiers and another step closer to an automatic finals spot. An own goal from Justin Hubner 10 minutes before the interval gave the Japanese the lead before strikes from Takumi Minamino, Hidemasa …

FIFA World Cup 2026, AFC Qualifiers Round 3: What are the qualifying matches from Asia in this international break?
4 months, 1 week ago

FIFA World Cup 2026, AFC Qualifiers Round 3: What are the qualifying matches from Asia in this international break?

The Hindu  

The third round of the Asian Qualifiers for the FIFA World Cup 2026 will return from November 14 onwards in this international break, with fixtures from Matchday 5 and 6 taking place. The top two teams in each of the three groups will earn direct berths for the quadrennial football showpiece, while the third and fourth place teams will advance …

China suffer crushing defeat against Japan in WC Asian qualifiers
6 months, 2 weeks ago

China suffer crushing defeat against Japan in WC Asian qualifiers

China Daily  

Wataru Endo of Japan celebrates with teammates after scoring during the 2026 FIFA World Cup Asian qualifier match between China and Japan in Saitama, Japan, Sept 5, 2024. TOKYO - China's national team suffered a crushing 7-0 defeat to Japan on Thursday in their 2026 FIFA World Cup Asian qualifiers third round opener. The third round of the Asian qualifiers …

Palestinians face one of Asia’s toughest soccer tests to start the 3rd round of World Cup qualifying
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Palestinians face one of Asia’s toughest soccer tests to start the 3rd round of World Cup qualifying

Associated Press  

The Palestinian team is closer to the World Cup than ever after reaching the third round of qualifying in Asia as one of the top 18 on the continent. “Our goal is to be among the first four teams in the group, and we are capable of that,” Makram Daboub, head coach of the Palestinian team, told The Associated Press. …

Japan, Australia and Saudi Arabia grouped together in third round of Asian World Cup qualifying
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Japan, Australia and Saudi Arabia grouped together in third round of Asian World Cup qualifying

Associated Press  

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia — Japan, Australia and Saudi Arabia will face each other in the third round of Asia’s World Cup qualification for a third cycle in a row following Thursday’s draw in Kuala Lumpur. The top two from each of the three groups of six will qualify for the World Cup, while the six teams that finish third and …

Team China squeezes into final World Cup qualifying stage
9 months, 1 week ago

Team China squeezes into final World Cup qualifying stage

China Daily  

Nervous Chinese fans watch their team during the Group C match of 2026 FIFA World Cup Asian qualifiers between South Korea and China in Seoul, South Korea on June 11. Team China's Xie Wenneng in action during the Group C match of 2026 FIFA World Cup Asian qualifiers between South Korea and China in Seoul, South Korea on June 11. …

FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers points table LIVE: AFC standings, Kuwait qualifying over India, North Korea qualifies for Asian Cup
9 months, 1 week ago

FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers points table LIVE: AFC standings, Kuwait qualifying over India, North Korea qualifies for Asian Cup

The Hindu  

It’s the final matchday of the second round of the FIFA World Cup Asian Qualifiers 2026 as lot of sides will be giving one last push to make it to the third round. FOLLOW: LIVE updates of the Qatar vs India FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier The Blue Tigers have to at least juice out a draw against the mighty …

FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers: How can Vietnam qualify for the third round?
9 months, 1 week ago

FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers: How can Vietnam qualify for the third round?

The Hindu  

While India will be keeping one eye on Afghanistan’s match against Kuwait as they battle it out against heavyweights Qatar for a place in the third round of the FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers, there are a few other close contests panning out in other groups. Positions Teams Matches Won Drawn Lost GF GA GD Points 1 Iraq 5 5 …

A huge audience. India, China’s World Cup qualifying hopes are on the line in Asia
9 months, 1 week ago

A huge audience. India, China’s World Cup qualifying hopes are on the line in Asia

Associated Press  

The World Cup aspirations of India and China are on the line Tuesday when a defeat could mean elimination from Asian qualifying. If China loses to South Korea in Seoul in the last game of the second round of qualification then it could lose second place in Group C to Thailand, which hosts Singapore in Bangkok. And even though South …

Under-23 Asian Cup moves into quarterfinals. Indonesia eyes its first Olympic qualification
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Under-23 Asian Cup moves into quarterfinals. Indonesia eyes its first Olympic qualification

Associated Press  

DOHA, Qatar — Indonesia heads into its quarterfinal match against South Korea at the Under-23 Asian Cup with a chance to move a step closer to its first-ever Olympic appearance. We want to be in the semifinals,” said Indonesia coach Shin Tae-yong, who was in charge of South Korea at the 2018 World Cup and will now try to prevent …

Drama-filled Asian Cup fuels 2026 World Cup hopes
1 year, 1 month ago

Drama-filled Asian Cup fuels 2026 World Cup hopes

New Indian Express  

DOHA: An Asian Cup that will be remembered for shocks and dramatic finishes has showcased the region's strength in depth and raised hopes its teams could reach new heights at the 2026 World Cup. Eight direct spots and one intercontinental playoff berth are up for grabs for Asian Football Confederation sides at the expanded 48-team World Cup in the United …

Preview: Asian Cup 2023 quarterfinals
1 year, 1 month ago

Preview: Asian Cup 2023 quarterfinals

Al Jazeera  

The Asian Cup quarterfinals pit regional giants against each other but The AFC Asian Cup is into the quarterfinal stage and the titans of the continent have made it relatively unscathed so far. Tajikistan beat Thailand 2-1 in their last-16 tie, having qualified from the group stage for the first time with a second-place finish ahead of China, with whom …

AFC Asian Cup 2023: Full points table LIVE, goals scored, goal difference, best third-placed teams
1 year, 1 month ago

AFC Asian Cup 2023: Full points table LIVE, goals scored, goal difference, best third-placed teams

The Hindu  

The 18th edition of the AFC Asian Cup is underway in Doha, Qatar on January 12. Lebanon 3 0 1 2 1 5 -4 1 Group B No.s Teams Matches Won Draw Lost GF GA GD Points 1. India 3 0 0 3 0 6 -6 0 Group C No.s Teams Matches Won Draw Lost GF GA GD Points 1. …

AFC Asian Cup: India looks for win against Syria to keep knockout qualification hopes alive
1 year, 1 month ago

AFC Asian Cup: India looks for win against Syria to keep knockout qualification hopes alive

The Hindu  

India will look to beat the odds and hope for qualification into the knockouts when it faces Syria in its last group-stage game of the AFC Asian Cup 2023, at the Al Bayt Stadium on Tuesday. CHECK | How can India qualify for AFC Asian Cup knockouts? India travelled to Qatar without defender Anwar Ali, winger Ashique Kuruniyan, midfielder Jeakson …

Asian Cup 2023: Thailand moves closer to knockout stage with scoreless draw against Oman
1 year, 2 months ago

Asian Cup 2023: Thailand moves closer to knockout stage with scoreless draw against Oman

The Hindu  

Thailand moved closer to securing a spot in the knockout stage of the Asian Cup after drawing 0-0 with Oman on Sunday. The result puts Thailand top of Group F with four points from two games, though Saudi Arabia can take first place with a victory against Kyrgyzstan later Sunday. READ | Bayern suffers shock home loss to Werder to …

AFC Asian Cup 2023: Iran through to last 16 with narrow win over Hong Kong
1 year, 2 months ago

AFC Asian Cup 2023: Iran through to last 16 with narrow win over Hong Kong

The Hindu  

Iran booked its place in the Asian Cup last 16 when they beat Hong Kong 1-0 in a Group C game on Friday at the Khalifa International Stadium where Mehdi Ghayedi scored the winner. Voting lines now open for Sportstar ACES Awards 2024 Iran dominated possession and had several opportunities to extend their lead but failed to convert their chances …

How can India qualify for the round of 16 of AFC Asian Cup 2023?
1 year, 2 months ago

How can India qualify for the round of 16 of AFC Asian Cup 2023?

The Hindu  

India’s campaign at the AFC Asian Cup 2023 is all but over after consecutive defeats, to Australia and Uzbekistan, at the Ahmad bin Ali Stadium over the last week. Voting lines now open for Sportstar ACES Awards 2024 Of the 24 teams participating in this edition of the tournament, the top two teams from each group and the four best …

AFC Asian Cup 2023: Full points table LIVE, goals scored, goal difference
1 year, 2 months ago

AFC Asian Cup 2023: Full points table LIVE, goals scored, goal difference

The Hindu  

The 18th edition of the AFC Asian Cup is underway in Doha, Qatar on January 12. Lebanon 3 0 1 2 1 5 -4 1 Group B No.s Teams Matches Won Draw Lost GF GA GD Points 1. Hong Kong 2 0 0 1 1 4 -3 0 Group D No.s Teams Matches Won Draw Lost GF GA GD Points …

2023 AFC Asian Cup: Group C preview
1 year, 2 months ago

2023 AFC Asian Cup: Group C preview

Hindustan Times  

The 2023 AFC Asian Cup will take place on January 12-February 10 this year, and will see 24 national teams battle for supremacy. Flags are displayed at the media centre set up for the upcoming 2023 AFC Asian Cup. Group C Group C consists of Iran, United Arab Emirates, Hong Kong and Palestine. Group C squads Iran: Alireza Beiranvand, Payam …

AFC Asian Cup 2023 schedule: Full list of matches in Qatar 2024, India to begin campaign against Australia
1 year, 2 months ago

AFC Asian Cup 2023 schedule: Full list of matches in Qatar 2024, India to begin campaign against Australia

The Hindu  

The 2023 edition of the AFC Asian Cup, Asia’s biggest continental tournament, is set to kick off in Qatar on January 12, 2024. Anticipate a spectacular array of events throughout the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™️ 🇶🇦⚽️ join us in this championship for memories you won't forget! 🤩 Welcome to Qatar 🇶🇦#AsianCup2023#hayyaasiapic.twitter.com/zZ4wt8VPHY — AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023 January 6, …

2023 AFC Asian Cup: Group B preview
1 year, 2 months ago

2023 AFC Asian Cup: Group B preview

Hindustan Times  

The AFC Asian Cup 2023 is scheduled to begin on January 12, and will be held in Qatar. Qatar also hosted the 2022 FIFA World Cup, and are well-prepared to host the continental showpiece event. Group B The teams in Group B are Australia, Uzbekistan, Syria and India. Group B squads Australia: Mat Ryan, Joe Gauci, Lawrence Thomas, Harry Souttar, …

FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers AFC points table after India vs Qatar: Blue Tigers second in Group A
1 year, 4 months ago

FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers AFC points table after India vs Qatar: Blue Tigers second in Group A

The Hindu  

India suffered a 3-0 loss against Qatar in their second match of the second round FIFA World Cup 2026 AFC Qualifiers, moving it to down to third in Group A with three points from two matches. India is drawn in Group A, with Kuwait, Afghanistan and Qatar. Group A standings: Position Teams Matches Won Drawn Lost GF GA GD Points …

FIFA World Cup 2026 AFC qualification: How can India qualify for FIFA WC?
1 year, 4 months ago

FIFA World Cup 2026 AFC qualification: How can India qualify for FIFA WC?

The Hindu  

The next edition of the FIFA World Cup will be the largest version of the tournament, expanding from 32 to 48 teams. Following are the slots allocated to each continent for the FIFA World Cup 2026: Europe - UEFA - 16 Africa - CAF - 9 and one-third Asia - AFC - 8 and one-third Oceania - OFC - 1 …

FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers Updated Points Table: Check CAF Latest Standings
1 year, 4 months ago

FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers Updated Points Table: Check CAF Latest Standings

ABP News  

FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers latest points table: The second leg of the FIFA World Cup qualifiers in Africa commenced on November 15, witnessing Equatorial Guinea secure a 1-0 victory against Namibia. The eventual group winners from each group will earn qualification for the FIFA World Cup 2026. Here are the current standings of CAF nations after this round of …

FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers: India beat Kuwait in second round opener after Manvir's second-half goal
1 year, 4 months ago

FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers: India beat Kuwait in second round opener after Manvir's second-half goal

India TV News  

Team India kicked off their second-round campaign in the FIFA World Cup 2026 AFC Qualifiers with a 1-0 win against Kuwait, their first against the Middle East nation this year, following Manvir Singh's sole goal in the second half at the Jaber Al-Ahmad International Stadium in Kuwait City on Thursday, November 16. Kuwait didn't let the Blue Tigers off the …

Team China starts World Cup qualifiers with victory over Thailand
1 year, 4 months ago

Team China starts World Cup qualifiers with victory over Thailand

China Daily  

It was not easy in the pouring rain, but China's men's soccer team earned three crucial points after winning its first Asian qualifier for the 2026 World Cup, beating Thailand 2-1 on Thursday at the Rajamangala Stadium in Bangkok. Thailand got the lead after Sarach Yooyen scored in the 23rd minute, but Team China captain Wu Lei equaled six minutes …

War forces Palestine, Lebanon teams to begin FIFA World Cup 2026 quest away from home
1 year, 4 months ago

War forces Palestine, Lebanon teams to begin FIFA World Cup 2026 quest away from home

The Hindu  

Palestine’s national football team begins its challenge for a place in the next phase of Asia’s 2026 World Cup preliminaries in Sharjah on Thursday, facing off against Lebanon at a neutral venue due to the impact of the Israel-Hamas war in the region. Lebanon and Palestine will meet at the Khalid bin Mohammed Stadium in the United Arab Emirates before …

Australia aims to top World Cup qualifying: Behich
1 year, 4 months ago

Australia aims to top World Cup qualifying: Behich

The Hindu  

Australia aims to top World Cup qualifying in the Asia groups and avoid another tricky route to the 2026 finals in North America after needing to grind to reach Qatar and Russia, defender Aziz Behich said. The expanded 48-team World Cup in Canada, the United States and Mexico means Asia will have eight teams able to qualify directly in 2026, …

FIFA World Cup 2026: Asia qualifiers set to kick off with the continent’s lowest-ranked teams
1 year, 5 months ago

FIFA World Cup 2026: Asia qualifiers set to kick off with the continent’s lowest-ranked teams

The Hindu  

Asia is set to start its 2026 World Cup journey, giving the lower-ranked teams such as Afghanistan, Bhutan and Pakistan a chance to grab some attention and secure matches against football’s continental heavyweights. The Asian Football Confederation’s 20 lowest-ranked teams compete in two-leg, home-and-away series on Thursday and next Tuesday, with the 10 winners advancing to the second round of …

AFC Asian Cup: Qatar marks 100 days countdown to continental event
1 year, 5 months ago

AFC Asian Cup: Qatar marks 100 days countdown to continental event

The Hindu  

There are just 100 days to go until Qatar hosts the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023. The moment was marked during a special celebration in Doha, Qatar attended by the AFC General Secretary, Datuk Seri Windsor John, Mansoor Al Ansari, LOC Managing Director, Jassim Al Jassim, LOC CEO, Hani Ballan, LOC Board Member as well as other members of the …

Asia Cup 2023 Points Table IND vs PAK Pakistan First Team Qualify Super Fours After Match Against India Gets Called Off
1 year, 6 months ago

Asia Cup 2023 Points Table IND vs PAK Pakistan First Team Qualify Super Fours After Match Against India Gets Called Off

ABP News  

Asia Cup 2023 Points Table: While there was a lot of excitement for the India vs Pakistan Group stage clash at the Palleleke International Stadium on Saturday, the match eventually had to be called off due to rain. That has made things interesting as far as the Asia Cup 2023 points table is concerned. The top two teams in Asia …

Asia Cup 2023: ICC ODI Rankings of all six participants; Pakistan on top
1 year, 6 months ago

Asia Cup 2023: ICC ODI Rankings of all six participants; Pakistan on top

India TV News  

The men's Asia Cup is about to get underway with the hosts Pakistan taking on Nepal in the curtain raiser at the Multan Cricket Stadium in Multan on Wednesday, August 30. This year's edition will feature six teams including hosts Pakistan, seven-time winners India, defending champions Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Afghanistan and Nepal who will be making their Asia Cup debut. …

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