Preview - Group A: Qatar v Lebanon

Sat, 13 Jan, 2024

Preview - Group A: Qatar v Lebanon

Lusail: Marquez Lopez’ Qatar have their eyes firmly focused on defending their AFC Asian Cup™ title going into their Group A opener against Lebanon at the Lusail Stadium on Friday.

Having clinched their maiden AFC Asian Cup title in 2019 with a 3-1 win over four-time winners Japan 3-1 in the final, head coach Lopez said his charges are ready to hit the ground running starting with Lebanon.

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Qatar’s Al Haydos seeks title defence; Maatouk eyes history with Lebanon

Thu, 11 Jan, 2024

Qatar’s Al Haydos seeks title defence; Maatouk eyes history with Lebanon

Doha: Hassan Al Haydos is targeting a successful defence when reigning champions Qatar kick off their AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ campaign against Lebanon in Group A on Friday.

As for his opposite number Hassan Maatouk, Qatar 2023 represents an opportunity to create history for Lebanese football - a place in the knockout stage for the first time in their history.

Group A - Qatar v Lebanon: Facts & Figures

Wed, 10 Jan, 2024

Group A - Qatar v Lebanon: Facts & Figures

Lusail: The 18th edition of the AFC Asian Cup™ kicks off on Friday with Qatar opening the defence of their title against Lebanon.

Ahead of what promises to be an enthralling opener at the Lusail Stadium, the-AFC.com takes a look at some interesting facts and figures of the two sides. 

AFC Asian Cup™ in Numbers

Thu, 11 Jan, 2024

AFC Asian Cup™ in Numbers

Doha: The wait for the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ is almost over with hosts and defending champions Qatar set to take on Lebanon in the opening game on Friday. 

The 18th edition of the continental competition marks the third time it has been held in Qatar, following on from the tournaments in 1988 and 2011 as, just over a year since the FIFA World Cup, the Gulf nation stages yet another festival of football. 
 
As the big kick-off rapidly approaches, the-AFC.com takes a closer look at the AFC Asian Cup in numbers. 

World-class #AsianCup2023 preparations lauded by OCAC

Thu, 11 Jan, 2024

World-class #AsianCup2023 preparations lauded by OCAC

Doha: With just over 24 hours to go before hosts Qatar and Lebanon take centrestage at the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ opener at the Lusail Stadium, the Organising Committee of AFC Asian Cup (OCAC) has praised the exceptional stage provided for Asia’s players and teams to showcase their best ever performance.

Chaired by Mariano V. Araneta, Jr., the members of the OCAC were provided with a comprehensive update on the key milestones and breakthrough achievements leading up to the tournament as well as the readiness of all the main operational components to deliver a true spectacle for all stakeholders.

Social Wrap: Teams assemble as kick-off approaches

Wed, 10 Jan, 2024

Social Wrap: Teams assemble as kick-off approaches

Doha: The AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ is now just days away, with teams going through their last-minute preparations.

Hosts and defending champions Qatar welcome Lebanon to Lusail Stadium fon Friday for the competition’s curtain raiser, in what is set to be the beginning of an enthralling month of action.
 
From special welcomes to the training pitch, the-AFC.com takes a look at the social media channels of the teams involved.

Alireza Faghani to take charge of #AsianCup2023 opener

Wed, 10 Jan, 2024

Alireza Faghani to take charge of #AsianCup2023 opener

Doha: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) today confirmed the cast of match officials that will oversee the opening match of the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™, which will take place on Friday at the breathtaking Lusail Stadium.

Widely regarded as one of the most established Asian match officials, Alireza Faghani has been appointed to officiate the highly-anticipated Group A fixture between defending champions Qatar and Lebanon, which will kick off at 7pm in the 88,000-capacity venue and officially get the 18th edition of Asia’s crown jewel underway.