Preview - Group C: Saudi Arabia v Tajikistan

Mon, 19 Jun, 2023

Preview - Group C: Saudi Arabia v Tajikistan

Chonburi: Saudi Arabia are looking to possibly book their place in the AFC U17 Asian Cup™ Thailand 2023 knockout stage while Tajikistan will be gunning for their first win when the two sides clash in Group C on Monday.

Two-time champions Saudi Arabia overcame Australia 2-0 on Friday at the Chonburi Uta Stadium while Tajikistan came from behind to hold China PR 1-1.
 
While it will be their first competitive meeting, the two sides played a friendly several months ago. 

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Preview - Group C: China PR v Australia

Mon, 19 Jun, 2023

Preview - Group C: China PR v Australia

Chonburi: China PR and Australia will be on the hunt for their first Group C win at the AFC U17 Asian Cup™ Thailand 2023 on Monday after both came up short in their opening matches.

China PR, champions in 1992 and 2004, drew 1-1 with Tajikistan on Friday while three-time semi-finalists Australia lost 2-0 to Saudi Arabia.
 
The two teams have met twice previously in the tournament, in 2008 and 2014, when it was contested as the AFC U16 Championship. Australia emerged victorious in both encounters, winning 3-1 and 3-0 respectively.

Preview - Group B: Qatar v IR Iran

Mon, 19 Jun, 2023

Preview - Group B: Qatar v IR Iran

Bangkok: Confidence is high in the Islamic Republic of Iran camp as they prepare to play Qatar on Monday in their second AFC U17 Asian Cup™ Thailand 2023 Group B match.

The Central Asians swept to an impressive 6-1 win against Afghanistan on Friday and head coach Hossein Abdi wants his players to ride on the momentum and positive mindset that resulted from the performance.

Preview - Group B: Afghanistan v Korea Republic

Mon, 19 Jun, 2023

Preview - Group B: Afghanistan v Korea Republic

Pathum Thani: Afghanistan are bracing for another tough test when they face Korea Republic on Matchday Two of the AFC U17 Asian Cup™ Thailand 2023 on Monday.

Afghanistan suffered an early setback in their Group B campaign when they fell to a 6-1 defeat against 2008 champions Islamic Republic of Iran and need a result against Korea Republic to stay in the competition. 

With Korea Republic also impressing in their 6-1 win over Qatar, head coach Yosuf Mohandis Zada said his side must not repeat their mistakes.

India’s resilience against Vietnam satisfies Fernandes

Sun, 18 Jun, 2023

India’s resilience against Vietnam satisfies Fernandes

Bangkok: Head coach Bibiano Fernandes hailed his team’s efforts as India came from behind to finish their AFC U17 Asian Cup™ Thailand 2023 Group D match against Vietnam with a 1-1 draw.

Despite being in control for much of the first half, India ended up conceding just before the break and continued to trail until Malenmgamba Thokchom’s 69th minute strike earned the Blue Colts a point.

Uzbekistan’s Saidov content with Japan stalemate

Sun, 18 Jun, 2023

Uzbekistan’s Saidov content with Japan stalemate

Bangkok: Amirbek Saidov was happy with the shared points following Uzbekistan’s 1-1 draw with Japan in their AFC U17 Asian Cup™ Thailand 2023 Group D opener on Saturday.

With the score at 1-0 and the match seemingly headed towards a Japanese victory, Uzbekistan turned the tables with a brilliant move as Ollobergan Karimov's skillful touch found Saidov, who showed impressive composure to slot home in the 83rd minute.

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.

Uzbekistan all set for final

Sun, 18 Jun, 2023

Uzbekistan all set for final

Tashkent: Uzbekistan warmed up for the 2023 CAFA Nations Cup final with a 5-1 win over Tajikistan in their concluding Group A tie on Saturday.

Uzbekistan finished with a perfect record of three wins and will take on Islamic Republic of Iran in Tuesday's final.
 
Oman, meanwhile, advanced to the third-place playoff against Kyrgyz Republic after defeating Turkmenistan 2-0.