Japan’s Tabata vows to wrest back crown

Mon, 27 Mar, 2023

Japan’s Tabata vows to wrest back crown

Pattaya: Head coach Teruki Tabata has promised to win the title back for Japan following their painful 6-0 defeat to Islamic Republic of Iran in the AFC Beach Soccer Asian Cup™ Thailand 2023 final on Sunday.

Japan’s quest to win a record-extending fourth title was derailed by an inspired Iranian side at the Jomtien Beach Arena.

The three-time champions had been flawless until the final where they were outplayed by Iran, which Tabata says was really upsetting.

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Hosseinabadi hails IR Iran’s determination, focus

Mon, 27 Mar, 2023

Hosseinabadi hails IR Iran’s determination, focus

Pattaya: Islamic Republic of Iran defeated Japan in the AFC Beach Soccer Asian Cup™ Thailand 2023 final on Sunday with a focused and determined approach, according to head coach Ali Naderi Hosseinabadi.

Iran put on a flawless display as they dominated the match from start to finish against a previously undefeated Japanese team at the Jomtien Beach Arena, with the Central Asian side cruising to a 6-0 win for a record-equalling third title.. 

Hosseinabadi praised his players for putting on their best performance and attributed their success to the hard work in training.

Hilal: Oman’s strong mentality secured win against UAE

Mon, 27 Mar, 2023

Hilal: Oman’s strong mentality secured win against UAE

Pattaya: Oman head coach Talib Hilal believes his players' determination paved the way for a 4-2 win over United Arab Emirates in the AFC Beach Soccer Asian Cup™ Thailand 2023 third place playoff on Sunday.

Oman came back from a goal down to defeat UAE with Hilal saying that his team worked hard for the result.

Mesigar crowned Most Valuable Player

Sun, 26 Mar, 2023

Mesigar crowned Most Valuable Player

Pattaya: Moslem Mesigar was selected the Most Valuable Player of the AFC Beach Soccer Asian Cup™ Thailand 2023 on Sunday.

Mesigar was instrumental throughout the campaign which saw Iran defeat Japan 6-0 in the final on Sunday to lift a record-equalling third title. 

Akaguma clinches Top Scorer award

Mon, 27 Mar, 2023

Akaguma clinches Top Scorer award

Patttaya: Takuya Akaguma emerged the AFC Beach Soccer Asian Cup™ Thailand 2023 Top Scorer as the tournament came to a conclusion on Sunday. 

Although Akaguma did not score in the final as Japan fell to a 6-0 defeat, his 11 goals played a key role in taking the East Asian side into the decider and also book a place in the FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup UAE 2023. 

Mirjajili named Best Goalkeeper

Sun, 26 Mar, 2023

Mirjajili named Best Goalkeeper

Pattaya: Seyedmahdi Mirjajili of Islamic Republic of Iran was named the Best Goalkeeper of the AFC Beach Soccer Asian Cup™ Thailand 2023 on Sunday. 

Mirjajili played a key role in Iran's campaign, which climaxed with a 6-0 win over Japan in the final as the Central Asian side lifted the title for a record-equalling third time.