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Q-final - Preview: Iraq v Vietnam

Thu, 25 Apr, 2024

Q-final - Preview: Iraq v Vietnam

Al Wakrah: Iraq’s Radhi Shenaishil is throwing the gauntlet at Vietnam ahead of their AFC U23 Asian Cup Qatar 2024™ quarter-final at Al Janoub Stadium on Friday.

Encouraged by his side’s improvement in the past two matches that saw them top Group C ahead of defending champions Saudi Arabia, Shenaishil is ready to assume the favourites tag but admits that a different strategy will be needed to combat Vietnam’s strengths. 

Q-final - Preview: Uzbekistan v Saudi Arabia

Thu, 25 Apr, 2024

Q-final - Preview: Uzbekistan v Saudi Arabia

Doha: It will be a clash of titans at the Khalifa International Stadium when Uzbekistan play Saudi Arabia in the AFC U23 Asian Cup Qatar 2024™ quarter-finals on Friday. 

The tie is a rematch of the 2022 final, where Saudi Arabia emerged victorious, setting the stage for an intense game with Uzbekistan head coach Timur Kapadze confident of turning the tables after a dominant showing to top Group D. 

Enhanced match analyses debut at AFC Futsal Asian Cup™ Thailand 2024

Thu, 25 Apr, 2024

Enhanced match analyses debut at AFC Futsal Asian Cup™ Thailand 2024

Bangkok: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) introduced an enhanced method to collect statistical and technical data at the AFC Futsal Asian Cup™ Thailand 2024 with a view to providing more detailed match analyses.

The introduction of the system to the AFC’s flagship futsal competition not only aims to increase supporting services to participating teams, but to also share improved AFC’s Technical Study Group (TSG) reports with all Member Associations (MAs) including those not participating at the ongoing edition.

Iraq’s Muntadher relishing the pressure; Quan believes in Vietnam

Thu, 25 Apr, 2024

Iraq’s Muntadher relishing the pressure; Quan believes in Vietnam

Al Wakrah: Expectations are high back home for Iraq to reach the semi-finals of the AFC U23 Asian Cup Qatar 2024™, which will also mean booking a place in the Paris Olympics 2024 and the pressure is something that Muntadher Mohammed is embracing.  

The Iraqi captain, who plays his club football in the Iran Pro League with Mes Rasfanjan, is confident that his side have learnt from their opening match defeat to Thailand and will not repeat the same mistakes against Vietnam.

Al Ghamdi counting on Saudi Arabia’s experience; Jaloliddinov vows Uzbekistan will progress

Thu, 25 Apr, 2024

Al Ghamdi counting on Saudi Arabia’s experience; Jaloliddinov vows Uzbekistan will progress

Doha: Captain Faisal Al Ghamdi believes Saudi Arabia’s experienced players will be vital in their AFC U23 Asian Cup Qatar 2024™ quarter-final against Uzbekistan on Friday. 

It will be a repeat of the 2022 final at the Khalifa International Stadium, with Saudi Arabia - powered by eight players who were part of their title-winning squad - determined to go all the way at Qatar 2024.  

Preview - Semi-final: Uzbekistan v IR Iran

Thu, 25 Apr, 2024

Preview - Semi-final: Uzbekistan v IR Iran

Bangkok: Uzbekistan will encounter their toughest challenge yet when they go head-to-head with Islamic Republic of Iran in the semi-finals of the AFC Futsal Asian Cup Thailand™ 2024 at the Bangkok Arena on Friday.

Both sides are in great form, having won their previous four matches en route to the semi-finals with Uzbekistan showing nerves of steel to defeat Vietnam in the quarter-finals on Wednesday, thanks to Sunatulla Juraev’s last gasp goal. 

Preview - Semi-final: Thailand v Tajikistan

Thu, 25 Apr, 2024

Preview - Semi-final: Thailand v Tajikistan

Bangkok: Thailand and Tajikistan are set for an exciting showdown in the AFC Futsal Asian Cup Thailand™ 2024 semi-finals at the Hua Mark Indoor Stadium on Friday.

Thailand hold the psychological edge, having defeated Tajikistan in a memorable nine-goal thriller in the 2016 edition and more recently emerging 3-2 winners in the 2024 qualifiers.

Preview - Playoffs: Iraq v Afghanistan; Vietnam v Kyrgyz Republic

Thu, 25 Apr, 2024

Preview - Playoffs: Iraq v Afghanistan; Vietnam v Kyrgyz Republic

Bangkok: The four losing quarter-finalists of the AFC Futsal Asian Cup Thailand™ 2024 will compete for the sole remaining spot in the FIFA Futsal World Cup Uzbekistan 2024 on Friday.

Iraq, who have never featured in the World Cup, will take on debutants Afghanistan, while Vietnam face Kyrgyz Republic.

The two winners will then face off with the victors to be Asia’s fifth representatives at the FIFA Futsal World Cup, joining Islamic Republic of Iran, Tajikistan, Thailand and hosts Uzbekistan.

#AFCU23 - Group Stage In Numbers

Wed, 24 Apr, 2024

#AFCU23 - Group Stage In Numbers

Doha: The AFC U23 Asian Cup enters the knockout stage on Thursday with eight teams still in the hunt for the title and tickets to the Paris Olympics 2024.

Ahead of the quarter-final action which kicks off on Thursday, the-AFC.com takes a look at some key facts and figures from the exciting group stage.

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Semi-finalists confirmed, Uzbekistan 2024 door still open for four

Thu, 25 Apr, 2024

Semi-finalists confirmed, Uzbekistan 2024 door still open for four

Bangkok: The four losing quarter-finalists of the AFC Futsal Asian Cup Thailand™ 2024 will get another crack at securing a spot at the FIFA Futsal World Cup 2024, following Uzbekistan’s progress to the semi-finals on Wednesday.

The quarter-final ties played at the Hua Mark Indoor Arena and Bangkok Arena witnessed 12-time winners Islamic Republic of Iran defeat Kyrgyz Republic 6-1 to set up a last four showdown with Uzbekistan on Friday while Thailand - who earned a hard-fought 2-1 win over Iraq - will meet Tajikistan, who edged debutants Afghanistan 2-1 to make the continental semi-finals and FIFA Futsal World Cup for the first time.