Thu, 28 Oct, 2021
Kuala Lumpur:Asia’s finest stars have produced countless moments of thrilling action at the FIFA World Cup and the-AFC.com is now giving football fans the opportunity to vote for the Continent’s all-time greatest to have graced the global showpiece.
From Korea Republic’s glorious run to the third-place playoff in the FIFA World Cup Japan/Korea 2002 to Saudi Arabia’s Dream Team in USA 1994 and Japan’s near upset against Belgium in the Round of 16 in Russia 2018, each edition of the FIFA World Cup has seen Asia’s best and brightest write a new chapter and showcase their ability to stand proud with the best in world football.
Nominated on the basis of their performances and track records on the world’s biggest stage, the-AFC.com has shortlisted five footballing icons – Korea Republic star Park Ji-sung, Saudi Arabia legend Sami Al Jaber, former Socceroos captain Tim Cahill, Japan’s midfield maestro Keisuke Honda and Islamic Republic of Iran’s goalkeeper Alireza Beiranvand.
Launched on April 2, 2020, the poll generated more than half a million votes within 24 hours, and while Beiranvand and Honda have emerged as the early frontrunners, football fans have until April 15 to have their voices heard.
The ultimate winner will be chosen by a panel of experts combined with the results of the public vote. Consistency and appearances in consecutive FIFA World Cup editions may carry greater weight in the final evaluation.
Click here now for full profiles of the nominees and to place your vote. Every vote matters so join in the conversation on the AFC’s Digital platforms and have your say now!