Uzbekistan’s Khaydarov satisfied, mixed feelings for IR Iran’s Ravankhah

Riyadh: Head coach Ravshan Khaydarov was happy that his Uzbekistan side were able to stand their own in an intense AFC U23 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026™ Group C encounter with Islamic Republic of Iran on Saturday.

Oiwa confident Japan can go the distance

Jeddah: Go Oiwa is determined to maintain Japan’s dominance following their 3-0 win over the United Arab Emirates in their AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026™ Group B tie on Saturday, with the victory sealing the East Asian side’s knockout stage spot. 

Korea Republic fightback elates Lee

Riyadh: Korea Republic head coach Lee Min-sung was all smiles after his side went into overdrive to beat Lebanon 4-2 in their AFC U23 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026™ Group C tie on Saturday.

Group B: Syria 1-0 Qatar

Jeddah: Mahmoud Alaswad’s late penalty earned Syria a 1-0 win against Qatar in their AFC U23 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026™ Group B match on Saturday.

Group C: IR Iran 0-0 Uzbekistan

Riyadh: Islamic Republic of Iran and Uzbekistan could not be separated as they played out a goalless draw in their AFC U23 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026™ Group C tie on Saturday.

Group B: UAE 0-3 Japan

Jeddah: Japan confirmed their knockout stage spot after powering to a 3-0 win over United Arab Emirates in their AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026™ Group B tie on Saturday.