With talisman and captain Eldor Shomurodov missing the competition through injury, Uzbekistan were expected to struggle to find goals in Qatar 2023, but head coach Sereko Katanec’s side were able…
Iranian fans need no reminder of how long it has been since the country last claimed the AFC Asian Cup; since 1976 numerous teams have tried – and failed –…
Graham Arnold’s side will take on either Saudi Arabia or Korea Republic next Friday with a place in the semi-finals at stake as the Australians look to claim a second…
The 2019 champions are one of two teams in the tournament who have yet to concede a single goal, alongside Thailand. Qatar’s record since the previous edition has been impressive,…
“It goes without saying that I miss Noor’s presence in the team immensely but I have full faith in my teammates and I think every member of our squad is…
The defending champions have shown good form but Palestine will be determined to continue their excellent run after sealing knockout stage qualification for the first time. Advantage Qatar Qatar are…
Iraq are a team in form while Jordan advanced as one of the best four best third-placed sides following the conclusion of the group stage. Unbeaten Iraq Iraq are undefeated…
Among them are defending champions Qatar, four-time winners Japan and five other nations who have lifted the prestigious title, while four countries – including debutants Tajikistan – will compete in…
If anything, advancing to the Round of 16 has made Tajikistan even hungrier and, more importantly, placed them on an equal footing with the United Arab Emirates – who they…
In their first-ever appearance in the competition, Tajikistan picked up a point from a goalless draw against China PR, then sealed qualification to the knockout stages on the last matchday,…