All five Member Associations remain in contention to host AFC Asian Cup 2027

Thu, 28 Oct, 2021

All five Member Associations remain in contention to host AFC Asian Cup 2027

Kuala Lumpur: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has received the necessary Letter of Undertaking from all five Member Associations, which had initially submitted their bidding documents for hosting the AFC Asian Cup 2027.

The AFC confirms that the All India Football Federation (AIFF), the Football Federation of the Islamic Republic of Iran (FFIRI), the Qatar Football Association (QFA), the Saudi Arabian Football Federation (SAFF) and the Uzbekistan Football Association (UFA) will now move into the next phase of the Bidding process.

Late Ali Saleh strike seals UAE dramatic win over Tajikistan

Thu, 28 Oct, 2021

Late Ali Saleh strike seals UAE dramatic win over Tajikistan

Dubai: Second half substitute Ali Saleh notched a winner in the fourth minute of added time to steer UAE to a comeback 3-2 win against Tajikistan in an international friendly at Zabeel Stadium on Thursday.

The win was the first for the UAE under Colombian head coach Jorge Luis Pinto, who took over in June, after losing 2-1 Uzbekistan in a friendly last month.

IR Iran impress in win over Bosnia and Herzegovina

Thu, 28 Oct, 2021

IR Iran impress in win over Bosnia and Herzegovina

Sarajevo: A second half blitz saw Islamic Republic of Iran beat Bosnia and Herzegovina 2-0 in an international friendly on Thursday.

Team Melli continued their fine form as the victory was the second under the tutelage of Croatian head coach Dragan Skocic, having beaten Uzbekistan 2-1 last month in Tashkent.

Al Mawas goal gives Syria the edge against Uzbekistan

Thu, 28 Oct, 2021

Al Mawas goal gives Syria the edge against Uzbekistan

Sharjah: A second half goal from Mahmoud Al Mawas steered Syria to a 1-0 victory against Uzbekistan in an international friendly match at Khalid bin Mohammed Stadium on Thursday.

The match was the first official test for Syria under new head coach Nabil Maaloul, who called up several foreign-based players for the training camp.

Uzbekistan suffered an early blow as they were reduced to 10 men when defender Khojiakbar Alijonov was sent off 10 minutes into the match for a foul on Alaa Dali.

Jordan, Iraq settle for draw in friendly

Thu, 28 Oct, 2021

Jordan, Iraq settle for draw in friendly

Dubai: Jordan and Iraq played to a 0-0 draw in an international friendly match at The Sevens Stadium in Dubai on Thursday.

The two teams were affected by the absence of several players due to injury and illness, with several having tested positive for COVID-19.

Bahrain come from behind to defeat Lebanon

Thu, 28 Oct, 2021

Bahrain come from behind to defeat Lebanon

Dubai: Bahrain came from a goal down to defeat Lebanon 3-1 in an international friendly match at the Dubai Police Officers Club Stadium on Thursday.

The win was the second consecutive victory for Hélio Sousa’s side, having defeated Tajikistan 1-0 last Saturday, while Lebanon suffered their first defeat under the guidance of new head coach Jamal Taha.

Korea Republic's Son rallies teammates to shine against Mexico, Qatar

Thu, 28 Oct, 2021

Korea Republic's Son rallies teammates to shine against Mexico, Qatar

Seoul: Son Heung-min loves playing for his country as much as anyone, but he doesn't put on his Korea Republic kit just to feel good about himself.

When Korea Republic take on Mexico and Qatar in friendly matches in Austria over the next few days, captain Son will be out to settle scores.