East Asia Wrap: Marinos and Vissel defeated in Japan; Ulsan maintain perfect start
Hong Kong: Defending champions Yokohama F. Marinos suffered their first defeat of the season in Japan as they were beaten 2-0 by Hokkaido Consadole Sapporo on Sunday while leaders Vissel Kobe’s perfect start was also snapped following a 1-0 defeat to Urawa Red Diamonds.
Tehran: The Football Federation Islamic Republic of Iran (FFIRI) on Sunday named Iranian Amir Ghalenoei as head coach of the national team for a second time, succeeding Portuguese Carlos Queiroz.
Tashkent: Three former champions and a side looking to lift the title for the first time will tussle it out in the semi-finals of the AFC U20 Asian Cup™ Uzbekistan 2023 following the conclusion of the quarter-finals on Sunday.
Title is Korea Republic's ultimate goal, says Sung
Tashkent: Goal scorer Sung Jin-young said Korea Republic will put their celebrations to one side to focus on winning the AFC U20 Asian Cup™ Uzbekistan 2023 after booking a spot at this year’s FIFA U20 World Cup in Indonesia with a 3-1 extra-time quarter-final win over China PR on Sunday.
Fayzullaev thanks family, vows to deliver trophy for Uzbekistan fans
Tashkent: Abbosbek Fayzullaev broke away from his celebrating teammates and made his way to the Bunyodkor Stadium stands after Uzbekistan had sealed their place in the AFC U23 Asian Cup™ 2023 semi-finals on Saturday.