Abbasi named MVP, wins Yili Top Scorer awards

Sun, 28 Apr, 2024

Abbasi named MVP, wins Yili Top Scorer awards

Bangkok: Islamic Republic of Iran's Saeid Ahmad Abbasi’s dazzling performances saw him named the Most Valuable Player and win the Yili Top Scorer Award at the AFC Futsal Asian Cup Thailand™ 2024 on Sunday.

The forward, with eight goals and one assist, edged compatriot Mahdi Karimi (five goals), Iraq’s Salim Faisal (five goals) and Tareq Zeyad on four goals for the Yili Top Scorer award.

IR Iran power to 13th title

Mon, 29 Apr, 2024

IR Iran power to 13th title

Bangkok: Islamic Republic of Iran waltzed their way to a record-extending 13th title with a 4-1 win over Thailand in the AFC Futsal Asian Cup™ Thailand 2024 final on Sunday. 

Iran seized control from the start at the Bangkok Arena to deny Thailand a maiden title as the Central Asian side made up for losing to Japan in the decider of the 2022 edition.

Mohammadi takes Best Goalkeeper crown

Sun, 28 Apr, 2024

Mohammadi takes Best Goalkeeper crown

Bangkok: Bagher Mohammadi’s rock solid performances for Islamic Republic of Iran in the AFC Futsal Asian Cup Thailand™ 2024 saw him claim the Best Goalkeeper Award.

The custodian displayed fine form throughout the tournament, which saw Iran claim a record-extending 13th title. 

Uzbekistan edge Tajikistan to finish third

Sun, 28 Apr, 2024

Uzbekistan edge Tajikistan to finish third

Bangkok: Uzbekistan defeated Tajikistan 3-1 on penalties to finish third in the AFC Futsal Asian Cup™ Thailand 2024 on Sunday.

A thrilling playoff at the Bangkok Arena saw the match ending 5-5, with Uzbekistan proving more clinical in the penalty shootout. 
 
Tajikistan, however, can walk tall after not only achieving their best ever finish but also qualifying for the FIFA Futsal World Cup Uzbekistan 2024. 

Afghanistan confirm Uzbekistan 2024 ticket

Sun, 28 Apr, 2024

Afghanistan confirm Uzbekistan 2024 ticket

Bangkok: Afghanistan booked their ticket to the FIFA Futsal World Cup Uzbekistan 2024 after defeating Kyrgyz Republic 5-3 in their AFC Futsal Asian Cup Thailand™ 2024 Playoff 3 on Sunday.

It will be Afghanistan’s first appearance at the FIFA Futsal World Cup, joining Islamic Republic of Iran, Tajikistan, Thailand and hosts Uzbekistan at the September 14-October 6 tournament. 

S-final - Preview: Japan v Iraq

Tue, 30 Apr, 2024

S-final - Preview: Japan v Iraq

Doha: Radhi Shenaishil will make victory the priority as his Iraq side take on Japan in the semi-finals of the AFC U23 Asian Cup Qatar 2024™ at Jassim bin Hamad Stadium on Monday, when one of Asia’s three guaranteed berths at the Olympic Games will also be on the line.

The Iraqis have bounced back with three wins in a row after losing their opening match of the tournament against Thailand to reach the semi-finals, and Shenaishil admitted results have taken precedence over playing style since that surprise first day defeat.

S-final - Preview: Indonesia v Uzbekistan

Mon, 29 Apr, 2024

S-final - Preview: Indonesia v Uzbekistan

Doha: Indonesia are determined to extend their involvement in the AFC U23 Asian Cup Qatar 2024™, with the Southeast Asian side aiming to create more history when they face Uzbekistan in the semi-finals at Abdullah Bin Khalifa Stadium on Monday.

The debutants have been a revelation, advancing to the knockout stage at Australia and Jordan’s expense before stunning Korea Republic in the quarter-finals. In Uzbekistan, however, they will face their biggest challenge yet.

Japan's Fujita, Iraq's Tahseen rally teammates

Sun, 28 Apr, 2024

Japan's Fujita, Iraq's Tahseen rally teammates

Doha: Joel Fujita shrugged off concerns fatigue could derail Japan’s hopes of advancing to the AFC U23 Asian Cup Qatar 2024™ final ahead of their last four meeting with Iraq at Jassim bin Hamad Stadium on Monday after needing extra-time to see off Qatar in the previous round.

The Japanese eventually prevailed with a 4-2 win over the tournament hosts and Fujita, who played every minute of the quarter-final, stressed he has fully recovered ahead of what he expects will be a demanding semi-final clash.

Witan, Rakhmonaliev ready for Indonesia-Uzbekistan showdown

Sun, 28 Apr, 2024

Witan, Rakhmonaliev ready for Indonesia-Uzbekistan showdown

Doha: As they prepare to meet in the semi-finals of the AFC U23 Asian Cup Qatar 2024™ on Monday, Witan Sulaeman and Umarali Rakhmonaliev are relishing the opportunity to create more history. 

For tournament debutants Indonesia, the encounter at the Abdullah Bin Khalifa Stadium presents them with the opportunity to become the seventh different side to reach the final in history as well as end a 68-year absence from the Olympics. 
 
Meanwhile, 2018 champions Uzbekistan can take another step towards becoming the first two-time winners of this competition and also seal a maiden qualification for the Olympic Games.
 
It is a showdown that Witan and Rakhmonaliev, both sturdy heads on young shoulders with plenty of experience, are ready for.