Preview &#۸۲۱۱; Group F: Oman v Thailand
Satisfied with his team’s spirited performance despite the 2-1 defeat to Saudi Arabia in their opening match, Ivankovic is certain Oman have what it takes to bounce back and reignite…
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Group C: Hong Kong, China ۰-۱ IR Iran
With six points to their name, Team Melli join hosts Qatar, Australia and Iraq in the Round of 16 with a game to spare, while Hong Kong’s hopes of progressing…
Group B: Syria ۰-۱ Australia
Irvine’s 59th minute goal, his second of the tournament so far, saw Graham Arnold’s side back up their opening win over India with another three points to sit on top…
Preview &#۸۲۱۱; Group C: Hong Kong, China v IR Iran
Team Melli started their journey in style, putting four goals past Palestine from four different scorers as all of Karim Ansarifard, Shojae Khalilzadeh, Mehdi Ghayedi and Sardar Azmoun contributed to…
Preview &#۸۲۱۱; Group D: Vietnam v Indonesia
In four meetings with Vietnam since taking charge of Indonesia, Shin has a record of two draws and two defeats but the former Korea Republic head coach is keen to…
Preview &#۸۲۱۱; Group D: Iraq v Japan
Despite the confidence gained from the commanding 3-1 victory over Indonesia in their opening game, Casas said nothing short of a flawless performance will suffice if his side are to…
Taremi focused on team goals, Helio warns of IR Iran pace
Team Melli got their campaign up to a flying start, beating Palestine 4-1, but the FC Porto striker was not amongst the scorers on the night, having scored three goals…
Vietnam’s Filip wary of Indonesia; Amat calls for improvements
The goalkeeper’s stand is understandable as Indonesia centre-back Jordi Amat is adamant that his team will bounce back after losing 3-1 to Iraq in their opening match. Czech Republic-born Filip,…
Itakura determined to collect second win; Bayesh urges fortitude
Ibrahim Bayesh, however, is confident Iraq can continue their winning momentum against four-time winners Japan, having breezed past Indonesia 3-1 on Matchday One. For Itakura, facing Iraq will be another…
Group C &#۸۲۱۱; Hong Kong, China v IR Iran: Facts &#۰۳۸; Figures
Three-time champions Iran opened their campaign with a 4-1 win over Palestine while Hong Kong need the three points after suffering a 3-1 defeat to United Arab Emirates on Matchday…