Thu, 28 Oct, 2021
Brisbane: Head coach Paulo Bento believes Korea Republic are moving in the right direction as the AFC Asian Cup UAE 2019 looms.
The Taeguk Warriors scored an impressive 4-0 victory over fellow UAE 2019 qualifiers Uzbekistan in a friendly on Tuesday, stretching their unbeaten run under Bento to six matches, the longest streak managed by any Korea Republic head coach.
Nam Tae-hee and Hwang Ui-jo gave Korea Republic a 2-0 lead at halftime, and Moon Seon-min and Suk Hyun-jun added a goal apiece to round out the scoring to record three wins and three draws since Bento took charge after the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia.
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Thu, 28 Oct, 2021
Kuala Lumpur: Korea Republic claimed the first two AFC Asian Cup titles but, after near-misses in both 1956 and 1960, Israel sparked a shift in the balance of power in 1964, paving the way for an even more dominant force to take control.
After back-to-back runners-up finishes, persistence paid off as Israel added a new name to the AFC Asian Cup trophy as they claimed the title in front of their own fans when the country hosted the third edition of the continental championship.
As in the previous two tournaments, four nations played in the Finals with Korea Republic and Hong Kong featuring alongside the hosts and debutants India, who brought a strong track record with them into the competition.
The country had won the gold medal at the Asian Games in Jakarta in 1962 – their second in 11 years – but the pedigree counted for little as Israel defeated the South Asians 1-0 in the opening game thanks to a goal from Mordechai Spiegler.
Thu, 28 Oct, 2021
Kuala Lumpur: From the humblest beginnings, the AFC Asian Cup has grown into the greatest football show on the continent with the 17th edition, which kicks off in the United Arab Emirates in just 46 days, set to be the biggest and best ever.
But even in its earliest days, the prestige of claiming the continental crown brought with it fame, respect and a trip to the presidential palace. the-AFC.com retraces the AFC Asian Cup's journey through the years with the first of a four-part series.
Thu, 28 Oct, 2021
Kuala Lumpur: United Arab Emirates secured a 2-0 victory over Yemen, Syria defeated Kuwait 2-1, Islamic Republic of Iran came from behind to draw 1-1 with Venezuela while Iraq played to a goalless draw with Bolivia in international friendlies on Tuesday.
UAE 2-0 Yemen
Dubai: UAE, who had not won since their 3-0 friendly triumph over Laos in September, opened the scoring in the 20th minute through Saif Rashed's strike as they took a 1-0 lead into half-time at the Zabeel Stadium.
The UAE 2019 hosts doubled their lead after Ali Salmeen found the back of the net in the 66th minute as they held on for the win.
Thu, 28 Oct, 2021
Kuala Lumpur: Australia turned on the power in Tim Cahill's farewell as they defeated Lebanon 3-0, Japan and Korea Republic maintained their unbeaten run while Palestine held China PR in international friendlies on Tuesday.
Australia 3-0 Lebanon
Brisbane: Martin Boyle grabbed a brace on his Socceroos starting debut as Australia farewelled Cahill in style, defeating Lebanon 3-0 at ANZ Stadium on Tuesday.
The 25-year-old struck an opening-half double and laid on a strike for Mathew Leckie in front of 33,268 fans in Sydney in Australia's buildup to the AFC Asian Cup UAE 2019.
Cahill entered the field to a standing ovation in the 82nd minute for his 108th and final Socceroos appearance, as Australia extended their unbeaten run in international friendlies to six consecutive matches.
Thu, 28 Oct, 2021
Kuala Lumpur: Five years on from helping Iraq win the AFC U22 Championship in Oman, midfielder Bashar Resan has developed into a key player for the Lions of Mesopotamia as they look to impress in the AFC Asian Cup UAE 2019.
Such is the talent of Bashar Resan, that the now Persepolis midfielder first represented the senior side at his hometown club Air Force Club seven years ago as a 14-year-old.
Resan’s career has already taken him to bigger places, most recently competing in the 2018 AFC Champions League final. Next challenge for the 21-year-old is making his AFC Asian Cup debut with Iraq in January, where he is set to be one of the key players in the Lions of Mesopotamia setup.
Nationality: Iraq Date of birth: 22/12/1996 Position: Midfielder Current club: Persepolis (IR Iran) Previous clubs: Air Force Club (Iraq)
Thu, 28 Oct, 2021
Kuala Lumpur: As the Philippines gear up to make their AFC Asian Cup debut in January, they will be looking to the experience of their captain and top scorer Phil Younghusband.
The undisputed icon of Filipino football, with more appearances and more goals for the Azkals than any other player, striker Phil Younghusband's involvement with the Philippines national team goes back to 2006 when he and older brother James made their international bows.
Nationality: The Philippines
Date of birth: 04/08/1987
Position: Striker
Current club: Davao Aguilas (Philippines)
Previous clubs: Meralco Manila, San Beda FC (both Philippines), Esbjerg fB (Denmark), Chelsea (England)