Australia’s Irvine eyeing strong start; Sahal’s India up for the challenge

Fri, 12 Jan, 2024

Australia’s Irvine eyeing strong start; Sahal’s India up for the challenge

Al Rayyan: Jackson Irvine believes Australia can make a positive start to their AFC Asian Cup Qatar™ 2023 campaign when they meet India in a Group B tie at the Ahmad bin Ali Stadium on Saturday.

Sahal Samad, however, believes India have what it takes to stop the Socceroos when they meet for the first time since their 4-0 defeat in the 2011 edition.

Uzbekistan’s Masharipov aiming for redemption; Syria’s Ramadan confident

Fri, 12 Jan, 2024

Uzbekistan’s Masharipov aiming for redemption; Syria’s Ramadan confident

Doha: As Uzbekistan prepare to lock horns with Syria in their first Group B encounter of the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™, captain Jaloliddin Masharipov is eager to seize the opportunity to erase the heartbreak of their 2019 campaign.

The White Wolves’ journey came to a premature end when they were eliminated by Australia in the Round of 16, a defeat Masharipov still can’t forget.

China PR’s Yan Junling demands focus; Nazarov determined to inspire Tajikistan

Fri, 12 Jan, 2024

China PR’s Yan Junling demands focus; Nazarov determined to inspire Tajikistan

Doha: Yan Junling wants China PR to have laser sharp focus when they take on debutants Tajikistan in their AFC Asian Cup Qatar™ 2023 Group A opener at the Abdullah bin Khalifa Stadium on Saturday.

Akhtam Nazarov, meanwhile, expects Tajikistan to shine in their maiden AFC Asian Cup appearance.

Group A - China PR v Tajikistan: Facts & Figures

Thu, 11 Jan, 2024

Group A - China PR v Tajikistan: Facts & Figures

Doha: Tajikistan will kick off their AFC Asian Cup debut against China PR on Saturday.

It promises to be an absorbing Group A tie and the-AFC.com takes a look at some interesting facts and figures ahead of the match at the Abdullah Bin Khalifa Stadium.

Group B - Australia v India: Facts & Figures

Thu, 11 Jan, 2024

Group B - Australia v India: Facts & Figures

Al Rayyan: Australia's bid for a second AFC Asian Cup™ title faces an early challenge from India on Saturday.

It promises to be an exciting Qatar 2023 opener for both teams and the-AFC.com looks at some interesting facts and figures ahead of the tie at the Ahmad Bin Ali Stadium.

AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ set to break broadcast records

Fri, 12 Jan, 2024

AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ set to break broadcast records

AFC’s flagship men’s national team competition reaches widest distribution since inception

Doha: The AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ is poised to reach its widest audience in the tournament’s proud history as Asia’s top 24 teams prepare to battle for Continental supremacy across nine world-class venues from 12 January to 10 February 2024.

Matchday One: 5 things to look out for

Fri, 12 Jan, 2024

Matchday One: 5 things to look out for

Doha: It’s been almost five years since Hassan Al Haydos hoisted the AFC Asian Cup™ trophy into the Abu Dhabi sky at Zayed Sports City Stadium as Qatar were crowned champions of Asia for the first time following a 3-1 win over Japan. 

Qatar went on to host West Asia’s first FIFA World Cup in late 2022 and are now set to welcome the best teams in Asia for the 18th edition of the continent’s most prestigious tournament when it kicks off on Friday. 
 
Ahead of the opening game between the defending champions and Lebanon, the-AFC.com has selected five things to look out for. 

Group B - Uzbekistan v Syria: Facts & Figures

Fri, 12 Jan, 2024

Group B - Uzbekistan v Syria: Facts & Figures

Doha: Uzbekistan face Syria in their AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ opener at the Jassim Bin Hamad Stadium in Doha on Saturday.

Both teams will be determined to hit the ground running and the-AFC.com takes a look at some interesting facts & figures ahead of what is set to be an exciting face off.