Japan’s Endo determined to disappoint Klopp; Vietnam’s Do eyes upset
Wataru Endo is hoping to disappoint his club manager Jurgen Klopp with an extended stay at the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ as he aims to lead Japan to a record-extending fifth continental title.
Battat and Palestine raring to go; IR Iran’s Ansarifard banks on experience
Palestine captain Musab Battat expressed his pride in taking the players’ oath during the opening ceremony of the AFC Asian Cup™ Qatar 2023 on Friday as his side prepares to take on Islamic Republic of Iran in their first match.
Hong Kong, China’s Yapp eager for action; Eisa confident of UAE’s capabilities
Yapp Hung Fai wants Hong Kong, China to make a positive impact in the AFC Asian Cup Qatar™ 2023, starting with their Group C opener against United Arab Emirates at the Khalifa International Stadium on Sunday.
Group C – UAE v Hong Kong, China: Facts & Figures
United Arab Emirates and Hong Kong, China will be seeking winning starts when they clash in Group C of the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ on Sunday.
Group D – Japan v Vietnam: Facts & Figures
Japan will be braced for a tough encounter when they play Vietnam in Group D of the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ on Sunday.
Afif’s thoughts only on Qatar’s title defence
Akram Afif said his focus is on helping Qatar defend their AFC Asian Cup™ title rather than pursuing personal dreams following their 3-0 win over Lebanon on Friday.
Troussier and Vietnam to renew acquaintances with Japan
When four-time AFC Asian Cup™ winners Japan take on Vietnam at Al Thumama Stadium on Sunday, the Samurai Blue will come face to face with a man who played a key role in their rise on the global stage.
CCTV to broadcast all AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ matches live in China PR
With the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ kicking off today, the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has announced that their Media Partner, Beijing Shinai Sports Media Technology Co. Ltd (“Shinai”), has sublicensed the media rights in China PR to China Media Group (CMG).
Australia’s Irvine eyeing strong start; Sahal’s India up for the challenge
Jackson Irvine believes Australia can make a positive start to their AFC Asian Cup Qatar™ 2023 campaign when they meet India in a Group B tie at the Ahmad bin Ali Stadium on Saturday.
Uzbekistan’s Masharipov aiming for redemption; Syria’s Ramadan confident
As Uzbekistan prepare to lock horns with Syria in their first Group B encounter of the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™, captain Jaloliddin Masharipov is eager to seize the opportunity to erase the heartbreak of their 2019 campaign.
Friday, 18 July , 2025