#AsianCup2023 opens with record-breaking attendance
Doha: The grandest ever edition of Asia’s national team flagship got underway in spectacular fashion on Friday evening with a record number of spectators contributing to the electric atmosphere during the opening match of the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ between Qatar and Lebanon.
Doha: 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.
Lusail: Qatar kicked off the defence of their AFC Asian Cup™ title with an impressive 3-0 win over Lebanon as the 2023 edition of the continental showpiece got off to a fine start at the Lusail Stadium on Friday.
Australia’s Irvine eyeing strong start; Sahal’s India up for the challenge
Al Rayyan: 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
Doha: 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.
China PR’s Yan Junling demands focus; Nazarov determined to inspire Tajikistan
Doha: Yan Junling wants China PR to have laser sharp focus when they take on debutants Tajikistan in their AFC Asian Cup Qatar™ 2023 Group A opener at the Abdullah bin Khalifa Stadium on Saturday.