Nematjonov double sees Uzbekistan through to last 16

Sat, 27 May, 2023

Nematjonov double sees Uzbekistan through to last 16

Santiago del Estero: Uzbekistan defeated Guatemala 2-0 thanks to a first-half brace from Shakhzodjon Nematjonov to finish second in Group A and qualify for the last 16 at the FIFA U-20 World Cup Argentina 2023.

The AFC U20 Asian Cup™ holders were confirmed as runners-up thanks to Argentina's 5-0 win over New Zealand.

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Korea Republic fight back for valuable point, Iraq's hopes dashed

Fri, 26 May, 2023

Korea Republic fight back for valuable point, Iraq's hopes dashed

La Plata: Korea Republic fought back from two goals down to force a 2-2 draw against 10-man Honduras on Thursday to stay on track for the FIFA U20 World Cup Argentina 2023 knockout stage.

Iraq's hopes, however, were dashed after a 2-0 defeat to Tunisia. 

Furuhashi earns recall to Japan squad

Thu, 25 May, 2023

Furuhashi earns recall to Japan squad

Tokyo: Celtic striker Kyogo Furuhashi has been recalled by Hajime Moriyasu for Japan’s upcoming friendly matches against El Salvador and Peru next month.

The former Vissel Kobe forward, who was named Scottish Premiership Player of the Year last week after a league title-winning season with the Glasgow-based club, is included in the 26-man squad for the first time since September.

Groups finalised for #AFCU23 Qatar 2024 Qualifiers

Thu, 25 May, 2023

Groups finalised for #AFCU23 Qatar 2024 Qualifiers

Kuala Lumpur: The draw for the AFC U23 Asian Cup™ Qatar 2024 Qualifiers was finalised at the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) House in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on Thursday.

The hopefuls were divided into 11 groups – 10 groups of four teams each, with the last group containing three. Qatar, meanwhile, will play in the Qualifiers for exposure with their matches classified as friendlies.