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 they drew their opening match, before being beaten by Qatar, but overcoming Lebanon to secure their progress. Australia vs South Korea: Friday, February 2 at 15:30 GMT One of the two stand-out ties of the quarterfinals pits one of the form teams against one of the favourites. Uzbekistan beat Thailand 2-1 in the last 16 to continue their own incredible story and are unbeaten at the competition so far having drawn their final group stage match with Australia to secure the second spot ahead of the impressive Syria and the sleeping giants, who were expected to awaken, India.

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China facing a reality check in World Cup qualifying
1 day, 23 hours ago

China facing a reality check in World Cup qualifying

Hindustan Times  

Branko Ivankovic's China lineup faces another reality check in World Cup qualifying, with the national team risking falling further behind the global ambitions it promoted a decade ago. A 1-0 loss to Saudi Arabia last week was China’s fifth in seven games in the third round of Asian qualification, where it is in last place in Group C. Only the …

FIFA World Cup Asian Qualifiers 2023-25: Which teams are in action, When are the matches?
5 days, 11 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 …

FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers, AFC points table: Complete standings for Asian qualification in third round
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5 days, 12 hours ago

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 …

Japan on cusp of being first qualifier to join co-host nations at 2026 World Cup
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6 days, 21 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
6 days, 22 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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1 week 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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1 week 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 …

Race for 2031 Asian Cup heats up as South Korea expresses interest to host
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Race for 2031 Asian Cup heats up as South Korea expresses interest to host

The Hindu  

The race to host the 2031 Asian Cup heated up on Friday when South Korea’s football association said it had submitted a “letter of intent” to host the continental championship to the Asian Football Confederation. “The Korea Football Association announced on the 28th that it had submitted an ‘Expression of Interest to Host’ to the Asian Football Confederation on the …

Australia submits EOI to host 2031 men’s Asian Cup; Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan launch joint bid
1 month ago

Australia submits EOI to host 2031 men’s Asian Cup; Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan launch joint bid

The Hindu  

Australia has submitted an expression of interest to host the 2031 men’s Asian Cup, while Uzbekistan, Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan have launched a joint bid for the continental showpiece. Australia, which hosted and won the 2015 tournament and will stage the Women’s Asian Cup next year, submitted its EOI to the Asian Football Confederation on Monday, Football Australia said. “Football Australia …

2024 Reporter Diaries: Asian Cup turns Doha into a carnival of music, food and football philosophies - Neeladri Bhattacharjee, Sportstar
2 months, 3 weeks ago

2024 Reporter Diaries: Asian Cup turns Doha into a carnival of music, food and football philosophies - Neeladri Bhattacharjee, Sportstar

The Hindu  

Football in the Arab world, like everywhere else around the globe, is never just a sport, but an occasion to meet new people, discuss ideas about the game and beyond, and end matchdays with either praise or banter, depending on which team you support. The AFC Asian Cup, following the FIFA World Cup 2022, exemplified this when Qatar rolled out …

Analysing India’s AFC Asian Cup 2027 qualifiers opponents
3 months, 2 weeks 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, 2 weeks 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, 2 weeks 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 …

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 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 …

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

FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers points table LIVE: AFC standings, Kuwait qualifying over India, North Korea qualifies for Asian Cup
9 months, 2 weeks 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 …

A huge audience. India, China’s World Cup qualifying hopes are on the line in Asia
9 months, 2 weeks 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 …

China into U17 Women's Asian Cup semifinals
10 months, 1 week ago

China into U17 Women's Asian Cup semifinals

China Daily  

Dong Yujie of China vies with Fukushima Noa of Japan during the Group B match of the AFC U17 Women's Asian Cup 2024 between Japan and China in Bali, Indonesia, May 13, 2024. JAKARTA - Despite a 4-0 loss to Japan in the final group game here on Monday, China still advanced into the semifinals of the 2024 AFC U17 …

Paris 2024: Uzbekistan, Japan men’s football teams secure qualification for Olympic Games
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Paris 2024: Uzbekistan, Japan men’s football teams secure qualification for Olympic Games

The Hindu  

Uzbekistan and Japan on Monday secured two of Asia’s three berths at this year’s Olympic Games football tournament with wins over Indonesia and Iraq respectively at the Under-23 Asian Cup in Qatar. Husain Norchaev put Timur Kapadze’s side in front with a volleyed finish from close range in the 68th minute before Pratama Arhan’s late own goal confirmed Uzbekistan’s progress …

Japan, Uzbekistan enter AFC U23 Asian Cup final and confirm Olympic berths
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Japan, Uzbekistan enter AFC U23 Asian Cup final and confirm Olympic berths

Al Jazeera  

Indonesia and Iraq will fight for the last remaining Olympic football spot in the U23 Asian Cup bronze medal match. Japan and Uzbekistan will meet in the final of the AFC Under 23 Asian Cup 2024 in Qatar after securing 2-0 wins over Iraq and Indonesia in their respective semifinals. The last remaining Olympic football slot from the Asian region …

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

China loses to 10-man Japan in U23 Asian Cup
11 months, 1 week ago

China loses to 10-man Japan in U23 Asian Cup

China Daily  

China's Behram Abduweli goes for the ball against Japanese player Kuryu Matsuki during their U23 Asian Cup group match in Doha, Qatar on April 16, 2024. DOHA -- With Kuryu Matsuki's early goal, a 10-man Japan team sailed to a 1-0 victory over China in the first round of group stage of the U23 Asian Cup here on Tuesday. The …

Asian Cup 2023: Of Qatar’s redemption, Jordan’s fairytale run, Palestine’s history
1 year, 1 month ago

Asian Cup 2023: Of Qatar’s redemption, Jordan’s fairytale run, Palestine’s history

The Hindu  

‘Football, bloody hell.’ Sir Alex Ferguson’s famous aphorism has been iterated so much that it feels too trite to recall. Qatar exorcises horrid memories of World Cup The Asian Cup came a full circle on February 10, with Qatar winning consecutive titles — the first in the tournament since Japan in 2004 — at the same venue where it began …

AP PHOTOS: Memorable moments from the Asian Cup in Qatar
1 year, 1 month ago

AP PHOTOS: Memorable moments from the Asian Cup in Qatar

Associated Press  

DOHA, Qatar — After four weeks filled with drama and upset, the Asian Cup ended with host nation and defending champion Qatar celebrating its second consecutive title. South Korea’s fan waits for the start of the Asian Cup quarterfinal soccer match between Australia and South Korea at Al Janoub Stadium in Al Wakrah, Qatar, Friday, Feb. 2, 2024. South Korea’s …

AFC Asian Cup Final: Akram Afif hat-trick fires Qatar to back-to-back titles, victory over Jordan
1 year, 1 month ago

AFC Asian Cup Final: Akram Afif hat-trick fires Qatar to back-to-back titles, victory over Jordan

Firstpost  

Hosts Qatar retained the Asian Cup with a 3-1 win on Saturday against surprise packages Jordan as Akram Afif scored a hat-trick of penalties. “It’s about the feeling that the team and people are behind me.” Jordan were in their first Asian Cup final and contesting the biggest match in their history. Qatar responded almost immediately however, and Afif produced …

Qatar beats Jordan 3-1 to successfully defend Asian Cup crown
1 year, 1 month ago

Qatar beats Jordan 3-1 to successfully defend Asian Cup crown

ABC  

In short: Qatar has defeated Jordan 3-1 to claim back-to-back Asian Cup victories. Qatar has defeated Jordan 3-1 to claim back-to-back Asian Cup victories. Qatar has won its second consecutive men's Asian Cup after beating Jordan 3-1 in the final in front of 86,492 spectators at Lusail Stadium. Jordan was playing in its first Asian Cup final, but it was …

Qatar keep AFC Asian Cup trophy at home with 3-1 win over Jordan
1 year, 1 month ago

Qatar keep AFC Asian Cup trophy at home with 3-1 win over Jordan

Al Jazeera  

Qatar became the first country in 20 years to win back-to-back Asian Cup titles with a 3-1 win over Jordan. Lusail Stadium, Qatar – The world’s eyes were on the majestic Lusail Stadium once again as it played host to another historic final that saw hosts Qatar hold on to their Asian Cup crown against first-time finalists Jordan. The country’s …

AFC Asian Cup 2023: Tournament braces for one last surprise as Qatar face Jordan
1 year, 1 month ago

AFC Asian Cup 2023: Tournament braces for one last surprise as Qatar face Jordan

Firstpost  

An Asian Cup full of late goals and surprises reaches a climax on Saturday when hosts and holders Qatar face a Jordan side looking to make yet more history. Few would have predicted it would come down to a decider between a Qatar side who swapped coaches one month before the Asian Cup and a Jordan team ranked 87 in …

AFC Asian Cup: Here’s what happened when Qatar last played in the final in 2019
1 year, 1 month ago

AFC Asian Cup: Here’s what happened when Qatar last played in the final in 2019

The Hindu  

Defending champion Qatar is set to feature in the AFC Asian Cup final for the second time in a row as it faces Jordan in front of home fans on Saturday, February 10. The last time Qatar was in the AFCON final, it faced one of the tournament favourites Japan in 2019 and beat the Southeast Asian side 3-1 and …

Asian Cup final brings FIFA World Cup frenzy back to Qatar’s Souq Waqif
1 year, 1 month ago

Asian Cup final brings FIFA World Cup frenzy back to Qatar’s Souq Waqif

Al Jazeera  

Excitement for the Asian Cup football final is reaching fever pitch as al-Annabi take on an-Nashama at Lusail Stadium. Doha, Qatar – On Friday nights, Souq Waqif – Qatar’s old-style all-purpose market that also serves as the country’s central tourist attraction – brings together people from all walks of life, dozens of different nationalities and varying interests for a unique …

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 …

AFC Asian Cup: Qatar defend title after Akram Afif hat-trick secures 3-1 win over Jordan in final
1 year, 1 month ago

AFC Asian Cup: Qatar defend title after Akram Afif hat-trick secures 3-1 win over Jordan in final

India Today  

Akram Afif scored a hat trick of penalties to secure back-to-back Asian Cup titles for Qatar in a 3-1 win against Jordan on Saturday. Yazan Al Naimat had levelled the game in the second half, but Qatar was awarded two penalties on video review and Afif showed no nerves to convert on both occasions. Final match result between Jordan and …

Preview: Jordan vs Qatar – AFC Asian Cup 2023 final
1 year, 1 month ago

Preview: Jordan vs Qatar – AFC Asian Cup 2023 final

Al Jazeera  

Qatar will look to defend their AFC Asian Cup title at home against a side that has blown away the big guns. Who: Jordan vs Qatar What: AFC Asian Cup 2023 final When: Saturday, February 10, 2024, 6pm Where: Lusail Stadium, Lusail, Qatar After nearly a month of high-octane football, featuring several surprises and upsets, the AFC Asian Cup is …

WATCH: Almoez Ali scores the winner as Qatar down Iran to setup final against Jordan
1 year, 1 month ago

WATCH: Almoez Ali scores the winner as Qatar down Iran to setup final against Jordan

Firstpost  

Hosts and holders Qatar squeezed into an Asian Cup final showdown with Jordan after beating Iran 3-2 with an 82nd-minute winner in a frenetic semi-final on Wednesday. Sardour Azmoun gave Iran the lead in the fourth minute before Qatar equalised soon after when Jassem Gaber’s shot went in via a heavy deflection. Qatar’s Akram Afif then notched his fifth goal …

Qatar advance to the Asian Cup final, beat Iran 3-2; eye successive titles
1 year, 1 month ago

Qatar advance to the Asian Cup final, beat Iran 3-2; eye successive titles

Hindustan Times  

Almoez Ali fired Qatar into the Asian Cup final with a 3-2 win over Iran on Wednesday. Qatar players celebrate their win over Iran in the AFC Asian Cup 2023 semi-finals The forward struck the decisive goal in the 82nd minute at Al Thumama Stadium to settle a thrilling semifinal. Qatar responded with a deflected equalizer from Jassem Gaber in …

Jordan’s story: from no-hopers to Asian Cup finalists
1 year, 1 month ago

Jordan’s story: from no-hopers to Asian Cup finalists

Hindustan Times  

“Football, bloody hell!” turns 25 this year and Alex Ferguson’s quip after the 1998-99 Champions League final is an apt description of how the Africa Cup of Nations and the Asian Cup have unfolded on way to this weekend’s finish. The assist for Yazan Al-Naimat’s superbly chipped opening goal was also his as Jordan, ranked 87th to South Korea’s 23, …

Jordan make dreams come true to reach first Asian Cup final
1 year, 1 month ago

Jordan make dreams come true to reach first Asian Cup final

Al Jazeera  

Jordanians celebrated the night away from Doha to Amman as their team reached their first Asian Cup final. Ahmad bin Ali Stadium, Qatar – A simple message from Jordan’s coach Hussein Ammouta – “go and have fun” – helped deliver one of the most famous wins for Jordan as they brushed aside Asian football giants South Korea on their way …

Qatar edge Iran 3-2 in dramatic Asian Cup 2023 semifinal
1 year, 1 month ago

Qatar edge Iran 3-2 in dramatic Asian Cup 2023 semifinal

Al Jazeera  

Hosts and holders win a thrilling high-tempo clash to book a place in the final against Jordan. Al Thumama Stadium, Qatar – Qatar’s dream of winning a second successive Asian title, and doing it in front of their home crowd, has reached its final destination after the hosts fought their way past Asian giants Iran in the second semifinal of …

AFC Asian Cup 2023: Iran stars facing ‘last dance’ in semifinals against Qatar
1 year, 1 month ago

AFC Asian Cup 2023: Iran stars facing ‘last dance’ in semifinals against Qatar

The Hindu  

Iran coach Amir Ghalenoei said several of his ageing stars are facing “the last dance” as it prepares to meet host and holder Qatar in Wednesday’s Asian Cup semifinal. “We have to use the opportunity and give everything to beat Qatar and reach the final.” Iran came roaring back from a goal down in the quarterfinals to beat Japan. But …

Iran vs Qatar: AFC Asian Cup 2023 semifinal preview
1 year, 1 month ago

Iran vs Qatar: AFC Asian Cup 2023 semifinal preview

Al Jazeera  

Qatar prepare for ‘toughest test’ in their defence of the Asian Cup as they face Iran in the semifinal. Who: Iran vs Qatar What: AFC Asian Cup 2023 semifinal When: Wednesday, February 7, 2024, 6pm Where: Al Thumama Stadium, Doha, Qatar Qatar coach Tintin Marquez Lopez says his side will face their “toughest test” in the defence of their Asian …

AFC Asian Cup 2023 semifinal: Jordan plots South Korea upset; Iran closes in on fourth title
1 year, 1 month ago

AFC Asian Cup 2023 semifinal: Jordan plots South Korea upset; Iran closes in on fourth title

The Hindu  

Jordan will make a slice of history when it faces Son Heung-min’s South Korea in the Asian Cup on Tuesday while the host and the holder Qatar plays Iran in the other semifinal. But Jordan held South Korea 2-2 in the group phase, with Jurgen Klinsmann’s side salvaging a draw in injury time when Yazan Al-Arab deflected Hwang In-beom’s shot …

AFC Asian Cup 2023: Iran eliminates Japan to reach semifinals after Jahanbakhsh scores late penalty
1 year, 1 month ago

AFC Asian Cup 2023: Iran eliminates Japan to reach semifinals after Jahanbakhsh scores late penalty

The Hindu  

Iran knocked out four-time champion Japan with a 2-1 victory in its Asian Cup quarterfinal clash after skipper Alireza Jahanbakhsh converted a penalty in stoppage time at Education City Stadium on Saturday. The victory also saw Iran avenge its 2019 semifinal loss to Japan and when the final whistle blew, the Iranian bench emptied onto the pitch and an emotional …

Iran beat Japan 2-1 for a place in AFC Asian Cup 2023 semifinal
1 year, 1 month ago

Iran beat Japan 2-1 for a place in AFC Asian Cup 2023 semifinal

Al Jazeera  

Iran scored a dramatic stoppage-time penalty to eliminate Japan from the Asian Cup and book a place in the semifinal. Education City Stadium, Qatar – Iran, backed by their thousands of vociferous supporters, have knocked out favourites Japan and earned a spot in the semifinals of the AFC Asian Cup 2023 with a famous 2-1 win. In a tournament that …

AFC Asian Cup: Jordan beats Tajikistan 1-0 to enter semifinal for the first time
1 year, 1 month ago

AFC Asian Cup: Jordan beats Tajikistan 1-0 to enter semifinal for the first time

The Hindu  

Jordan set up a semifinal against South Korea or Australia after ending Tajikistan’s fairytale Asian Cup run with a nervy 1-0 win on Friday. It was tough on charismatic Croatian coach Petar Segrt and his Tajikistan team, which was the lowest-ranked side left in Qatar and won plenty of new friends in its first Asian Cup. Jordan, ranked 87 to …

AFC Asian Cup 2024: Nobody laughing at quarterfinalists Tajikistan now, says coach Segrt ahead of Jordan clash
1 year, 1 month ago

AFC Asian Cup 2024: Nobody laughing at quarterfinalists Tajikistan now, says coach Segrt ahead of Jordan clash

The Hindu  

Tajikistan feels like they have already won the Asian Cup twice by qualifying for the last 16 and the quarterfinals on its tournament debut, and it will continue to dream about advancing further, coach Petar Segrt said on Thursday. Tajikistan qualified for the last 16 with a late win over Lebanon in the group stage and then won over 2019 …

Japan and Iran win at Asian Cup to set up quarterfinal match
1 year, 1 month ago

Japan and Iran win at Asian Cup to set up quarterfinal match

Hindustan Times  

Japan maintained its pursuit of a record-extending fifth Asian Cup title on Wednesday by advancing to the quarterfinals with a 3-1 win against Bahrain. Hong Kong's Everton Camargo, left, and Iran's Milas Mohammadikeshmarzi vie for the ball during the Asian Cup Group C soccer match between Hong Kong and Iran at Khalifa International Stadium in Doha, Qatar The pre-tournament favorite …

Japan and Iran win at Asian Cup to set up quarterfinal match
1 year, 1 month ago

Japan and Iran win at Asian Cup to set up quarterfinal match

Associated Press  

DOHA, Qatar — Japan maintained its pursuit of a record-extending fifth Asian Cup title on Wednesday by advancing to the quarterfinals with a 3-1 win against Bahrain. Goals from Ritsu Doan, Takefusa Kubo and Ayase Ueda secured Japan’s place in the last eight, while Zion Suzuki’s own goal was the only consolation for Bahrain. Iran booked its place in the …

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