Semi-finals: 5 things to look out for

Tue, 06 Feb, 2024

Semi-finals: 5 things to look out for

Doha: Just four teams remain in the hunt to be crowned champions of the 18th edition of the AFC Asian Cup™ with the semi-finals to take place on Tuesday and Wednesday. 

Up first, two-time winners Korea Republic, who are seeking their first continental title since 1960, take on last-four debutants Jordan before hosts and defending champions Qatar face an Islamic Republic of Iran side aiming to win a fourth title and first since 1976. 
 
Ahead of the two crunch match-ups, the-AFC.com has selected five things to look out for.

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SF - Preview: Jordan v Korea Republic

Tue, 06 Feb, 2024

SF - Preview: Jordan v Korea Republic

Doha: Head coach Hussein Ammouta believes he has to get his tactics right for Jordan’s AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ semi-final against Korea Republic at the Ahmad bin Ali Stadium on Tuesday.

Having already surpassed their previous best by reaching the semi-finals of the continental showpiece, Ammouta is determined Jordan’s journey will only end after lifting the title for the first time despite the awesome challenge awaiting them. 

Pressure a motivating factor for Korea Republic, says Hwang

Mon, 05 Feb, 2024

Pressure a motivating factor for Korea Republic, says Hwang

Al Rayyan: Hwang In-beom feels the pressure on Korea Republic ahead of their AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ semi-final clash with Jordan will only serve as extra motivation for the team.

Having beaten Saudi Arabia and Australia to reach the last four and with 44 places separating Korea and Jordan in the FIFA World Ranking, expectations have heightened that a first AFC Asian Cup title since 1960 awaits the Taegeuk Warriors .

Saadeh ready to help Jordan create more history

Mon, 05 Feb, 2024

Saadeh ready to help Jordan create more history

Doha: Ibrahim Saadeh believes it will be a confident Jordan team that will take to the Ahmad Bin Ali Stadium pitch for their AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ semi-final against Korea Republic on Tuesday.

Having reached a historic first semi-final at the continental showpiece, the 23-year-old is adamant that Jordan’s amazing journey will not end despite the huge task of facing a Korea Republic side determined to end a long wait for a third AFC Asian Cup title. 

SF - Jordan v Korea Republic: Facts & Figures

Mon, 05 Feb, 2024

SF - Jordan v Korea Republic: Facts & Figures

Doha: Jordan will be aiming to continue their dream run when they take on Korea Republic in the semi-finals of the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ on Tuesday.

Jordan advanced to the last four stage with a 1-0 win over Tajikistan while Korea Republic needed a Son Heung-min special to see off the challenge of Australia in their quarter-final.

SF - Jordan v Korea Republic: How they got there

Mon, 05 Feb, 2024

SF - Jordan v Korea Republic: How they got there

Doha: Jordan will take on Korea Republic in the first of the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ semi-finals on Tuesday.

It promises to be a thriller with Jordan chasing a first ever appearance in the final while Korea Republic are seeking a third title, having won the first two editions of the continental showpiece.

Mohebbi hails Taremi’s guidance

Mon, 05 Feb, 2024

Mohebbi hails Taremi’s guidance

Al Rayyan: Mohammad Mohebbi praised the role Mehdi Taremi played in Islamic Republic of Iran’s 2-1 AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ quarter-final win against Japan on Saturday despite the striker being suspended.

The 26-year-old Mohebbi was picked to replace Taremi in the starting line-up, scoring the equaliser that sparked Iran’s comeback win at the Education City Stadium, with the FC Rostov player eager to share how his teammate motivated him.

Quarter-finals In Numbers

Sun, 04 Feb, 2024

Quarter-finals In Numbers

Doha: Only four teams remain in the hunt for continental glory as the quarter-final stage of the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ came to an exciting conclusion on Saturday with all four last eight ties producing moments that will live on in the memories of Asian football fans for a very long time. 

Korea Republic, eyeing their first title since 1960, face Jordan in the first semi-final on Tuesday while hosts Qatar meet Islamic Republic of Iran as they continue their title defence on Wednesday, but before that, the-AFC.com reviews the quarter-finals with a closer look at some of the key facts and stats that caught the eye. 

Agony and ecstasy

Sun, 04 Feb, 2024

Agony and ecstasy

Doha: The AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ is down to four teams after an exhilarating quarter-final stage.

Islamic Republic of Iran, Jordan, Korea Republic and Qatar advanced after tight last eight ties with Australia, Japan, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan bidding farewell.
 
The quarter-final ties witnessed a gamut of emotions - on and off the pitch - and the-AFC.com shares the joy and despair of the players and fans.