Preview - Group E: Malaysia v Jordan

Tue, 16 Jan, 2024

Preview - Group E: Malaysia v Jordan

Al Wakrah: Head coach Hussein Ammouta wants Jordan to be fully focused when they open their AFC Asian Cup Qatar™ 2023 Group E campaign against Malaysia at the Al Janoub Stadium on Monday.

Ammouta, who led Morocco to the 2020 African Nations Championship title, believes that Malaysia have improved since their last encounter in 2021.

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Malaysia’s Davies has high expectations; Haddad wants Jordan to remain grounded

Sun, 14 Jan, 2024

Malaysia’s Davies has high expectations; Haddad wants Jordan to remain grounded

Al Wakrah: Mathew Davies expects Malaysia to produce a strong performance when they take on Jordan in their AFC Asian Cup Qatar™ 2023 Group E tie at the Al Janoub Stadium on Monday.

Jordan’s Ehsan Haddad, however, said his team will adopt a cautious attitude despite having the psychological advantage of winning their last two encounters against the Southeast Asian side.

Group E - Malaysia v Jordan: Facts & Figures

Sun, 14 Jan, 2024

Group E - Malaysia v Jordan: Facts & Figures

Doha: Malaysia and Jordan are set for an exciting clash when they meet in Group E of the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ on Monday.

Both are targeting extended runs, setting the stage for blockbuster affair. 

Preview - Group E: Korea Republic v Bahrain

Mon, 15 Jan, 2024

Preview - Group E: Korea Republic v Bahrain

Doha: Jurgen Klinsmann wants to take Korea Republic all the way in the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ but will take it game by game, starting with Monday’s clash against Bahrain.

The 1990 FIFA World Cup winner, who had previously steered Germany to third place in the 2006 FIFA World Cup and guided the United States to the 2013 CONCACAF Gold Cup, is now looking to make his mark on the Asian stage.

Tiredness not a factor for Korea Republic’s Hwang; Al Aswad counting on Bahraini teamwork

Sun, 14 Jan, 2024

Tiredness not a factor for Korea Republic’s Hwang; Al Aswad counting on Bahraini teamwork

Doha: Hwang Hee Chan has no intention of using fatigue as an excuse when Korea Republic embark on their journey to win their first AFC Asian Cup™ title since 1960 when they take on Bahrain in Group E on Monday.

Komail Alaswad, meanwhile, wants his Bahrain side to relish the challenge of facing one of Asia’s best and prove themselves worthy of a place in the knockout stage of Qatar 2023.

Group E - Korea Republic v Bahrain: Facts & Figures

Sun, 14 Jan, 2024

Group E - Korea Republic v Bahrain: Facts & Figures

Doha: Korea Republic will expect to start with a win when they play Bahrain in the Group E of the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ on Monday.

Bahrain, however, will believe in their chances as they seek a spot in the knockout stage.

Iraq’s Rashid wary of Indonesia, Mangkualam ready for the challenge

Sun, 14 Jan, 2024

Iraq’s Rashid wary of Indonesia, Mangkualam ready for the challenge

Doha: Iraq midfielder Osama Rashid warned his side against the threat of Indonesia’s attack ahead of the two teams’ AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ Group D clash at Ahmad Bin Ali Stadium on Monday.

The Lions of Mesopotamia had run riot in a 5-1 triumph over their upcoming opponents two months ago in the Preliminary Joint Qualifiers for the FIFA World Cup 2026 and AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™, but Rashid believes the task will not be as easy this time around.

Group D - Indonesia v Iraq: Facts & Figures

Sun, 14 Jan, 2024

Group D - Indonesia v Iraq: Facts & Figures

Doha: Indonesia and Iraq will seek a winning start when they square off in Group D of the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ on Monday.

Iraq, the 2007 champions, will be braced for a tough test from a side determined to make an impact on the continental stage.

Al Haydos warns Qatar against complacency

Sun, 14 Jan, 2024

Al Haydos warns Qatar against complacency

Lusail: Qatar’s defence of their AFC Asian Cup™ title may have gotten off to a strong start but captain Hassan Al Haydos doesn’t want his team to take things for granted.

Akram Afif scored a brace with Almoez Ali netting one in the win over Lebanon on Friday as Qatar took the early lead in Group A but Al Haydos said there is still much to do.