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.

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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 A - Qatar v Lebanon: Facts & Figures

Wed, 10 Jan, 2024

Group A - Qatar v Lebanon: Facts & Figures

Lusail: The 18th edition of the AFC Asian Cup™ kicks off on Friday with Qatar opening the defence of their title against Lebanon.

Ahead of what promises to be an enthralling opener at the Lusail Stadium, the-AFC.com takes a look at some interesting facts and figures of the two sides. 

World-class #AsianCup2023 preparations lauded by OCAC

Thu, 11 Jan, 2024

World-class #AsianCup2023 preparations lauded by OCAC

Doha: With just over 24 hours to go before hosts Qatar and Lebanon take centrestage at the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ opener at the Lusail Stadium, the Organising Committee of AFC Asian Cup (OCAC) has praised the exceptional stage provided for Asia’s players and teams to showcase their best ever performance.

Chaired by Mariano V. Araneta, Jr., the members of the OCAC were provided with a comprehensive update on the key milestones and breakthrough achievements leading up to the tournament as well as the readiness of all the main operational components to deliver a true spectacle for all stakeholders.

AFC Asian Cup™ in Numbers

Thu, 11 Jan, 2024

AFC Asian Cup™ in Numbers

Doha: The wait for the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ is almost over with hosts and defending champions Qatar set to take on Lebanon in the opening game on Friday. 

The 18th edition of the continental competition marks the third time it has been held in Qatar, following on from the tournaments in 1988 and 2011 as, just over a year since the FIFA World Cup, the Gulf nation stages yet another festival of football. 
 
As the big kick-off rapidly approaches, the-AFC.com takes a closer look at the AFC Asian Cup in numbers. 

OCAC Chairperson praises readiness of #AsianCup2023 venues

Wed, 10 Jan, 2024

OCAC Chairperson praises readiness of #AsianCup2023 venues

Doha: The Organising Committee of AFC Asian Cup (OCAC) Chairperson Mariano V. Araneta Jr. has today hailed the readiness of the world-class venues ahead of the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ opener between defending champions Qatar and Lebanon at the Lusail Stadium on Friday. 

Speaking at an onsite inspection visit at the spectacular 88,000-capacity Lusail Stadium, which will also set the stage for the Final on 10 February, OCAC Chairperson Mariano V. Araneta Jr. said: “Few venues in world football are as iconic as the Lusail Stadium and I am confident that the players, teams and fans will witness an exceptional celebration that will set the tone for the entire duration of the competition.