Preview - Group C: Malaysia v Thailand

Sun, 05 Jun, 2022

Preview - Group C: Malaysia v Thailand

Tashkent: Head coach Brad Maloney is confident Malaysia will bounce back from their opening day defeat with victory against Thailand when they clash in their AFC U23 Asian Cup™ Uzbekistan 2022 Group C tie on Sunday.

Malaysia suffered a 4-1 defeat to defending champions Korea Republic, while Thailand twice came back to earn a hard-fought 2-2 draw against Vietnam in the group’s other fixture.

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Al Yami: Focus secured Saudi Arabia impressive victory

Sat, 04 Jun, 2022

Al Yami: Focus secured Saudi Arabia impressive victory

Tashkent: Hamad Al Yami broke the deadlock in spectacular fashion to set the tone as Saudi Arabia defeated Tajikistan 5-0 in Group D of the AFC U23 Asian Cup™ Uzbekistan 2022 on Friday. 

The match was headed for a goalless first half but Al Yami stunned Tajikistan three minutes from the half-time whistle with an audacious backheel which led to the floodgates being opened in the second half.

The big win means Saudi Arabia lead the standings ahead of Japan, who defeated United Arab Emirates 2-1, with the two teams to face off on Monday. 

Oiwa pleased with Japan’s flexibility, UAE’s resolve impresses Silva

Sat, 04 Jun, 2022

Oiwa pleased with Japan’s flexibility, UAE’s resolve impresses Silva

Tashkent: Head coach Go Oiwa admitted Japan were a little nervous in the first half, but was satisfied with how his team adapted to tactical changes to clinch a 2-1 win over the United Arab Emirates in their opening AFC U23 Asian Cup™ Uzbekistan 2022  Group D match on Friday.

UAE had the brighter start at the Pakhtakor Stadium, but Japan gradually took a hold on the match to open the scoring through Yuito Suzuki in the 61st minute, with Yaser Alblooshi equalising two minutes later. 

The West Asians then missed an opportunity to turn the tide from a penalty kick, with Mao Hosoya then heading home the winner in the 76th minute. 

Al Shehri has eyes fixed on Japan, Tajikistan's Khabibuloev acknowledges steep learning curve

Sat, 04 Jun, 2022

Al Shehri has eyes fixed on Japan, Tajikistan's Khabibuloev acknowledges steep learning curve

Tashkent: Head coach Saad Al Shehri is already plotting his tactics for the next game following Saudi Arabia's impressive 5-0 win over Tajikistan in Group D of the AFC U23 Asian Cup™ Uzbekistan 2022 on Friday.

After a nervous 10 minutes, Saudi Arabia dominated the game and took the lead before scoring four more goals to open their campaign on an emphatic note at the Lokomotiv Stadium.

AFC Asian Cup 2023™ Qualifiers - Know Your Teams: Group E

Fri, 03 Jun, 2022

AFC Asian Cup 2023™ Qualifiers - Know Your Teams: Group E

Kuala Lumpur: Malaysia, Bahrain, Turkmenistan and Bangladesh will battle it out in Group E of the final round of the AFC Asian Cup 2023™ Qualifiers which takes place at the Bukit Jalil National Stadium.

Each of the nations will face each other once between June 8-14, with Bahrain looking to make it six consecutive appearances while Bangladesh and Malaysia are aiming to return after 42 and 16 years respectively while Turkmenistan want to make it two consecutive tournaments for the first time in their history, having competed in UAE 2019.

Join the-AFC.com as take a look at the Group E cast.

AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers - Know Your Teams: Group F

Wed, 01 Jun, 2022

AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers - Know Your Teams: Group F

Bishkek: There will be scores to settle and historic achievements on offer when Kyrgyz Republic welcomes Tajikistan, Myanmar and Singapore to Dolen Omurzakov Stadium for the AFC Asian Cup™ 2023 Final Round Qualifiers Group F.

The hosts will be familiar with both Tajikistan and Myanmar, having faced them twice each in the AFC Asian Qualifiers, while Singapore will arrive optimistic of ending a near four-decade qualification drought. 

Join us as we break down the key details of each side ahead of six crucial fixtures in Bishkek.