Preview - Group B: Qatar v IR Iran

Wed, 01 Mar, 2023

Preview - Group B: Qatar v IR Iran

Fergana: Islamic Republic of Iran and Qatar are ready to unleash their next generation of talent when they face off in Group B of the AFC U20 Asian Cup™ Uzbekistan 2023 on Wednesday.

The tournament, formerly known as the UFC U19 Championship, makes a return after five years due to the COVID-19 pandemic and both coaches are looking forward to seeing their young talent showcasing their abilities. 

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Preview - Group A: Indonesia v Iraq

Wed, 01 Mar, 2023

Preview - Group A: Indonesia v Iraq

Tashkent: Iraq coach Emad Mohammed has set his sights on securing victory over Indonesia in their Group A opener at the AFC U20 Asian Cup™ Uzbekistan 2023 in Tashkent on Wednesday as the former striker looks to end his country’s 23-year continental title drought.

Mohammed was a key player when Iraq won the most recent of their five titles at this level in 2000, scoring both goals in the 2-1 extra-time win over Japan in the final in Tehran, and the 40-year-old is determined to once again take the trophy back to Baghdad.

Preview - Group A: Uzbekistan v Syria

Wed, 01 Mar, 2023

Preview - Group A: Uzbekistan v Syria

Tashkent: Syria head coach Mark Wotte believes success at the AFC U20 Asian Cup™ Uzbekistan 2023 can help bring some joy to the troubled nation as his team take on hosts Uzbekistan in Group A of the competition at the Bunyodkor Stadium on Wednesday.

Returning to the competition they won in 1994, the young Eagles of Qasioun assembled a squad featuring a combination of domestically based players and others plying their trade in Europe but had to navigate difficult circumstances following the earthquake that hit their country several weeks ago.

Preview - Group B: Australia v Vietnam

Wed, 01 Mar, 2023

Preview - Group B: Australia v Vietnam

Fergana: Australia and Vietnam will tread with caution when they face off in their opening AFC U20 Asian Cup™ Uzbekistan 2023 Group B clash on Wednesday.

Both teams have tried to do their homework ahead of the clash at the Istiqlol Stadium in Fergana with the respective head coaches confident of a positive start.
 
Besides the coveted trophy, the top four teams will qualify for the FIFA U20 World Cup Indonesia 2023 with Australia and Vietnam both harbouring hopes of booking their tickets.

2023 #AFCU20 Uzbekistan - Facts & Figures

Mon, 27 Feb, 2023

2023 #AFCU20 Uzbekistan - Facts & Figures

Tashkent: The AFC U20 Asian Cup™ Uzbekistan 2023 kicks off on Wednesday as the competition - formerly known as the AFC U19 Championship - makes a return after five years. 

Asia’s rising talent are set to showcase their skills in what promises to be a spectacular tournament. 
 
Join the-AFC.com as we take a look at some of the facts and figures ahead of the continental showpiece. 

2023 #AFCU20 Uzbekistan: Players To Watch

Sun, 26 Feb, 2023

2023 #AFCU20 Uzbekistan: Players To Watch

Tashkent: The AFC U20 Asian Cup™ Uzbekistan 2023 is sure to be a highly competitive affair as the tournament - previously known as the AFC U19 Championship - makes a return after five years.

The action - going by the breathtaking action seen in the Qualifiers - promises to be thrilling as Asia’s future generation of stars look to make a mark on the continental showpiece.

Join the-AFC.com as we take a look at one player from each of the 16 teams, although more are sure to shine in the March 1-18 Finals. 

2023 #AFCU20 Uzbekistan - Know Your Teams

Sat, 25 Feb, 2023

2023 #AFCU20 Uzbekistan - Know Your Teams

Tashkent: The AFC U20 Asian Cup™ Uzbekistan 2023 kicks off on Wednesday with 16 teams aiming for the title. 

The erstwhile U-19 championship, returning under its new U-20 brand, will also serve as the qualifiers for the FIFA U-20 World Cup Indonesia 2023, which is scheduled to be held from May 20 to June 11.
 
Saudi Arabia will be aiming to defend the title won in 2018, with the remaining 15 teams also fancying their chances so join the-AFC.com as we take a look at the cast, with the group stage matches to be played in Tashkent and Fergana and the final scheduled for March 18.