Queiroz sets clear targets for Qatar

Sat, 17 Jun, 2023

Queiroz sets clear targets for Qatar

Doha: After leading the Islamic Republic of Iran at three consecutive FIFA World Cup tournaments, Carlos Queiroz is now focused on helping Qatar defend their AFC Asian Cup ™ title and guiding the Gulf state through to the Finals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. He talks to the-AFC.com about his new role and his plans for the future. 

With a resume like that possessed by Carlos Queiroz it would be tempting to relax a little and wind down towards retirement. But as the Portuguese coach approaches half a century in the game, ambition still burns bright as he settles into his latest job with a renewed sense of purpose.
 
The former Real Madrid and Portugal head coach, who has worked in the United Arab Emirates, the United States and Japan in a globe-trotting career that included two spells as Sir Alex Ferguson’s assistant at Manchester United, celebrated his 70th birthday in March, soon after signing on to replace Felix Sanchez at the helm of the Qatar national team.

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Preview - Group A: Malaysia v Thailand

Sun, 18 Jun, 2023

Preview - Group A: Malaysia v Thailand

Pathum Thani: Thailand have the opportunity to seal progress to the knockout stage when they take on Malaysia on Sunday in their second match at the AFC U17 Asian Cup™ Thailand 2023.

Following their 2-1 victory against Laos on Thursday, the hosts sit second in Group A behind leaders Yemen on goal difference and a second win on the trot could see them secure a berth in the quarter-finals with a match to spare.

Doing so will see them advance to the knockout stage of the tournament for the first time in seven participations, with the last time coming in 1998 - when they went on to lift the trophy.

Preview - Group A: Laos v Yemen

Sun, 18 Jun, 2023

Preview - Group A: Laos v Yemen

Pathum Thani: Yemen head coach Mohammed Hasan Ali Al Baadani is refusing to get carried away ahead of their Group A fixture against Laos in the AFC U17 Asian Cup™ Thailand 2023 on Sunday.

Al Baadani’s charges scored four unanswered goals against Malaysia in their opener to lead the standings on goal difference ahead of Thailand, who edged Laos 2-1.

Patience paved the way for IR Iran, says Abdi

Sat, 17 Jun, 2023

Patience paved the way for IR Iran, says Abdi

Bangkok: Islamic Republic of Iran head coach Hossein Abdi was pleased with his side for overcoming a slow start to emerge triumphant against Afghanistan on Friday at the AFC U17 Asian Cup Thailand 2023.

Iran dominated possession in their Group B opener but struggled to breach the Afghan goal until the 28th minute through Hesam Nafari’s header, which was followed by a penalty from Esmaeil Gholizadeh shortly after.

Hero Myung-Jun delighted with Korea Republic’s start

Sat, 17 Jun, 2023

Hero Myung-Jun delighted with Korea Republic’s start

Pathum Thani: Korea Republic captain Kim Myung-Jun was overjoyed with his team’s impressive 6-1 victory over Qatar in Group B of the AFC U17 Asian Cup™ Thailand 2023 on Friday. 

Kim, who put in a captain’s performance with three goals, has set the bar high for himself after earning the Player of the Match award for his sterling performance.

Tajikistan’s Rakhmatullo, China PR’s Yang rue missed opportunities

Sat, 17 Jun, 2023

Tajikistan’s Rakhmatullo, China PR’s Yang rue missed opportunities

Chonburi: Tajikistan and China PR battled to a 1-1 draw in their opening AFC U17 Asian Cup™ Thailand 2023 Group C, with both head coaches left to reflect on missed opportunities that could have changed the outcome.

Gafurov Masrur’s goal in the 35th minute cancelled out Wang Yudong’s fifth minute opener, which leaves Tajikistan and China PR needing to get on the winning trail in their upcoming matches to boost their chances of qualifying for the knockout stage.

Saudi Arabia’s Alharbi expects more after tough win against Australia

Sat, 17 Jun, 2023

Saudi Arabia’s Alharbi expects more after tough win against Australia

Chonburi: Saudi Arabia head coach Abdulwahab Nasser Alharbi was delighted with the performance of his charges in their 2-0 defeat of Australia in their AFC U17 Asian Cup™ Thailand 2023 Group C opener on Friday.

Describing it as a ‘tough game’, Alharbi said his team struggled in the first half due to Australia’s stronger physique and organisation but played better after the break and their performance paid off with goals from Nawaf Albishri and Nawaf Aljadaani.

Chanothai: Team effort secured Thailand dramatic victory

Fri, 16 Jun, 2023

Chanothai: Team effort secured Thailand dramatic victory

Pathum Thani: As hosts Thailand began their AFC U17 Asian Cup™ 2023 campaign with a thrilling 2-1 win against Group A rivals Laos on Thursday, all eyes were on rising star Chanothai Kongmeng.

It was Chanothai’s clever cross that led to Dutsadee Buranajutanon deftly tucking the ball away into the bottom left corner of the net early in the first half. Laos, however, equalised minutes later but Thailand’s perseverance saw Chanothai netting the winner in the fifth minute of added time. 

Skipper Radman wants Yemen to push on

Fri, 16 Jun, 2023

Skipper Radman wants Yemen to push on

Pathum Thani: Esam Radman produced a captain’s performance to guide Yemen to a resounding 4-0 win over Malaysia in Group A of the AFC U17 Asian Cup™ Thailand 2023 on Thursday. 

Victory at the Thammasat Stadium was a positive step for the West Asian side who have not advanced past the group stage following their runners-up finish in 2002.