Victory over Korea Republic just the start, says UAE’s Arruabarrena

Wed, 30 Mar, 2022

Victory over Korea Republic just the start, says UAE’s Arruabarrena

Dubai: United Arab Emirates national team head coach Rodolfo Arruabarrena said that his side’s 1-0 win against Korea Republic should be considered a mere starting point on a road which could ultimately lead the West Asian nation to their first FIFA World Cup since 1990. 

A second half goal from Harib Abdalla steered Arruebarrena’s side to a much-needed win, securing third place in Group A of the AFC Asian Qualifiers - Road to Qatar™ and a single-leg AFC playoff against Australia in June.
 
The winners of the AFC playoff will then meet the fifth placed side from CONMEBOL qualifying for a berth at FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™.

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Ivankovic pleased with Oman's overall performance

Wed, 30 Mar, 2022

Ivankovic pleased with Oman's overall performance

Muscat: Coach Branko Ivankovic praised his team’s performance as Oman completed their commitments in Group B of the AFC Asian Qualifiers - Road to Qatar™ on a high with a 2-0 win over China PR in Muscat on Tuesday.

Goals from Arshad Al Alawi and Abdullah Fawaz earned the Omanis victory over the Chinese as the West nation confirmed themselves as fourth place finishers in Group B, behind Saudi Arabia, Japan and Australia.

The win was Oman’s fourth in 10 games and saw Ivankovic’s side finish just one point behind the third placed Socceroos.

Early goal ruined our plans, says Iraq’s Shahad

Wed, 30 Mar, 2022

Early goal ruined our plans, says Iraq’s Shahad

Dubai: Iraq head coach Abdul Ghani Shahad said his team was affected by the early goal they conceded in their 1-1 draw against Syria in their final Group A match of the AFC Asian Qualifiers - Road to Qatar™ on Tuesday.

The result ended Iraq’s hopes of qualification to the FIFA World Cup Finals for the second time in their history after the UAE defeated Korea Republic 1-0 to book the playoff spot from the group.

Asia's Qatar 2022, Playoff teams finalised

Wed, 30 Mar, 2022

Asia's Qatar 2022, Playoff teams finalised

Kuala Lumpur: United Arab Emirates will face Australia in the AFC Asian Qualifiers - Road to Qatar™ playoff after sealing third place in Group A on the final night of action on Tuesday. 

UAE defeated Korea Republic 1-0 to finish ahead of Iraq and Lebanon.

Australia, meanwhile, had already confirmed third place in Group B ahead of Matchday 10, and completed their campaign with a 1-0 defeat to Saudi Arabia on Tuesday.

International Friendlies Wrap: Singapore win FAS Tri-Nations Series, Qatar held

Wed, 30 Mar, 2022

International Friendlies Wrap: Singapore win FAS Tri-Nations Series, Qatar held

Kuala Lumpur: Singapore stayed perfect to win the 2022 FAS Tri-Nations Series after beating the Philippines, while Bahrain and Kuwait suffered defeats in their respective international friendlies on Tuesday. 

Bangladesh and Mongolia also played out to a goalless draw in Sylhet, with Qatar being held by Slovenia in their preparations for the 2022 FIFA World Cup. 

Shomurodov hat-trick guides Uzbekistan to Navruz Cup, Tajikistan edge Kyrgyz Republic

Wed, 30 Mar, 2022

Shomurodov hat-trick guides Uzbekistan to Navruz Cup, Tajikistan edge Kyrgyz Republic

Namangan: Eldor Shomurodov powered Uzbekistan to the Navruz Cup title as the hosts defeated Uganda in the final of the friendly tournament on Friday.

The AS Roma forward bagged a hat-trick from Srečko Katanec’s side, who geared up for June’s AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers – Final Round™ with their second win of the week.
 
Earlier, Tajikistan edged Kyrgyz Republic to secure third place in the four-team event with a 1-0 win.