Jordan's Al Tamari on the verge of making dream come true

Wed, 07 Feb, 2024

Jordan's Al Tamari on the verge of making dream come true

Al Rayyan: It was only a month ago that Mousa Al Tamari dreamt of winning the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ title with Jordan. 

Now, with their place in the final secured following their fabulous 2-0 win over Korea Republic in a pulsating semi-final on Tuesday, the Player of the Match is one game away from making his dream a reality. 
 
The forward was unstoppable at the Ahmad Bin Ali Stadium, creating the first goal for Yazan Al Naimat, before finding the back of the net himself with a surging run followed by a peach of a strike to seal a stunning win. 

Ammouta: Mindset of champions powered Jordan into final

Wed, 07 Feb, 2024

Ammouta: Mindset of champions powered Jordan into final

Al Rayyan: Head coach Hussein Ammouta was proud of the mindset of champions his Jordan side produced in their stunning 2-0 victory over Korea Republic in their AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ semi-final on Tuesday.

Goals from Yazan Al Naimat and Mousa Al Tamari at the Ahmad Bin Ali Stadium secured Jordan’s historic place in the final, where they will face either defending champions Qatar or the Islamic Republic of Iran.

Son promises Korea Republic will bounce back

Wed, 07 Feb, 2024

Son promises Korea Republic will bounce back

Al Rayyan: Son Heung-min has vowed to take Korea Republic to the next level after a 2-0 defeat to Jordan on Tuesday saw them exiting the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ at the semi-final stage.

While saddened by Korea Republic’s inability to reach Saturday’s final, the Tottenham Hotspur player is hopeful the experience gained in reaching the last four stage will prove valuable for the team.

Klinsmann: Korea Republic lost the battles we had to win

Wed, 07 Feb, 2024

Klinsmann: Korea Republic lost the battles we had to win

Al Rayyan: A disappointed Korea Republic head coach Jurgen Klinsmann admitted that Jordan were deserving winners of their AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ semi-final at the Ahmad Bin Ali Stadium on Tuesday.

Goals from Yazan Al Naimat and Mousa Al Tamari sent the Jordanians through to their first-ever AFC Asian Cup final as well as prolong Korea’s search for their first title since 1960.

Jordan masterclass ends Korea Republic's dream

Wed, 07 Feb, 2024

Jordan masterclass ends Korea Republic's dream

Al Rayyan: Jordan produced a sparkling performance in their AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ semi-final against Korea Republic on Tuesday.

Ranked 64 places below Korea Republic, the West Asian side took charge of the semi-final from the first blow of the referee's whistle to leave their opponents unable to make a mark at the Ahmad Bin Ali Stadium.
 
The-AFC.com takes a look at some facts and figures from an amazing last four tie.

Super Jordan stun Korea Republic to reach historic final

Wed, 07 Feb, 2024

Super Jordan stun Korea Republic to reach historic final

Al Rayyan: Goals from Yazan Al Naimat and Mousa Al Tamari secured Jordan a sensational 2-0 win over Korea Republic as the West Asian side advanced to the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ final at the Ahmad Bin Ali Stadium on Tuesday.

A dominant performance from start to finish saw Jordan upstage a Korea Republic side who simply couldn’t match the pace and determination of their opponents, who booked a spot in the AFC Asian Cup final for the first time in history.

SF - Preview: IR Iran v Qatar

Wed, 07 Feb, 2024

SF - Preview: IR Iran v Qatar

Doha: A buoyant Islamic Republic of Iran are keeping their eyes on the prize as head coach Ardeshir Ghalehnoy looks to win the battle of wits against Qatar’s Marquez Lopez in their AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ semi-final on Wednesday.

Iran are riding high after their come-from-behind 2-1 win over Japan in the quarter-finals and Ghalehnoy is banking on plotting another successful game plan at Al Thumama Stadium to end Qatar’s reign as champions.