Group B: Lebanon close in on semis, Bangladesh back in the race

Mon, 26 Jun, 2023

Group B: Lebanon close in on semis, Bangladesh back in the race

Bengaluru: Lebanon moved within touching distance of the 2023 SAFF Championship semi-finals after a 4-1 win over Bhutan on Sunday. 

Bangladesh, meanwhile, pulled themselves back into the race for a last four spot from Group B following a 3-1 defeat of Maldives.

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Kuwait, India book semi-final spots

Sun, 25 Jun, 2023

Kuwait, India book semi-final spots

Bengaluru: Kuwait and India advanced to the semi-finals of the 2023 SAFF Championship after registering their second consecutive wins on Saturday.

Kuwait defeated Pakistan 4-0 while India beat Nepal 2-0 with the West Asian side, with a superior goal advantage, only needing a draw when the teams meet on Tuesday to top the group.

Vote for your Best Goal of the #AFCU17 Group Stage

Fri, 23 Jun, 2023

Vote for your Best Goal of the #AFCU17 Group Stage

Bangkok: The AFC U17 Asian Cup™ Thailand 2023 group stage drew to a close on Friday with eight teams advancing to the quarter-finals and eight sides heading home. 

With some of Asia’s finest young talent from across the continent on display, there has been no shortage of great goals. We’ve selected 10 fantastic strikes and ask you, the fans, to decide which should be named the best of the group stage. 
 
So, review our nominees below and cast your vote in the poll at the bottom of the article. 

Q-final: Korea Republic oust brave Thailand

Mon, 26 Jun, 2023

Q-final: Korea Republic oust brave Thailand

Pathum Thani: Korea Republic marched into the semi-finals of the AFC U17 Asian Cup™ Thailand 2023 on Sunday after overcoming Thailand in a 4-1 win.

The hosts gave it their all at the Pathum Thani Stadium but ultimately fell short in their quest to progress against the two-time champions.  
 
Victory also meant that Korea Republic will appear at the FIFA U-17 World Cup Indonesia 2023 – their seventh qualification – and face either Saudi Arabia or Uzbekistan on Thursday.

Q-final: IR Iran end Yemen's dream

Mon, 26 Jun, 2023

Q-final: IR Iran end Yemen's dream

Pathum Thani: Islamic Republic of Iran advanced to the AFC U17 Asian Cup™ Thailand 2023 semi-finals with a 4-2 penalty shootout win over Yemen after the last eight tie ended 0-0 on Sunday.

Goalkeeper Arsha Shakouri was the hero, saving two of Yemen’s spot-kicks as Iran booked not only a last four meeting with either Japan or Australia but also their ticket to the FIFA U17 World Cup Indonesia 2023. 
 
While it was a heartbreaking defeat for Yemen, Iran deserved the win based on the balance of play at the Thammasat Stadium.

Preview - Q-final: Saudi Arabia v Uzbekistan

Mon, 26 Jun, 2023

Preview - Q-final: Saudi Arabia v Uzbekistan

Pathum Thani: Saudi Arabia and Uzbekistan have promised their best in their AFC U17 Asian Cup™ Thailand 2023 quarter-final at the Thammasat Stadium on Monday.

A win will not only take them a step closer to lifting the title but will also confirm a spot in the FIFA U17 World Cup Indonesia 2023, prizes both teams are determined to lay their hands on. 

Preview - Q-final: Japan v Australia

Mon, 26 Jun, 2023

Preview - Q-final: Japan v Australia

Pathum Thani: It will be a battle of wits when Japan face Australia in the AFC U17 Asian Cup™ Thailand 2023 quarter-final at the Pathum Thani Stadium on Monday.

Japan are vying to become the first team to win a record-extending fourth title, having previously lifted the AFC U-16 Championship trophy in 1994, 2006, and 2018 while Australia are aiming to win their maiden crown.
 
Having advanced to the knockout stage from tough groups, at stake now is not only moving a step closer to winning the title but also sealing a place in the FIFA U17 World Cup Indonesia 2023 Finals.

Albishri, Abdulboriev focused on the big picture

Sun, 25 Jun, 2023

Albishri, Abdulboriev focused on the big picture

Pathum Thani: Saudi Arabia's Nawaf Nasser Albishri and Uzbekistan's Sherzodbek Abdulboriev are determined to power their respective team's to victory when they face off in their AFC U17 Asian Cup Thailand 2023 quarter-final on Monday.

Victory will not only take the teams one step closer to the title but also confirm a spot in the FIFA U17 World Cup Indonesia 2023, something which both players are craving. 

Different targets for Sugiura, Talladira

Sun, 25 Jun, 2023

Different targets for Sugiura, Talladira

Pathum Thani: Shungo Sugiura’s immediate target is for Japan to secure qualification to the FIFA U17 World Indonesia 2023 as the East Asian side get set to take on Australia in their AFC U17 Asian Cup™ Thailand 2023 quarter-final on Monday. 

Fabian Talladira, however, is determined to help Australia secure their first Asian title, with three semi-final finishes the best they have achieved since first competing in the tournament. 

#AFCU17 - Group Stage In Numbers

Sun, 25 Jun, 2023

#AFCU17 - Group Stage In Numbers

Bangkok: The group stage of the AFC 17 Asian Cup™ Thailand 2023 drew to a close on Friday as the cast for the quarter-finals was confirmed. 

After 24 games across three matchdays, the-AFC.com takes a look at some of the interesting facts and figures of the thrilling group stage.