Thu, 28 Oct, 2021
After enduring a tough period since losing the 2007 AFC Asian Cup final to Iraq, Saudi Arabia qualified for the 2018 FIFA World Cup and now go into the AFC Asian Cup UAE 2019 as among the favourites with Salem Al Dawsari one of their key players.
Despite the likes of Nawaf Al Abed and Yahya Al Shehri possessing unmatched raw talent in Saudi Arabian football, it is Al Dawsari who has excelled at both club and country level to become arguably the Green Falcons' most dangerous player.
Nationality: Saudi Arabia Date of birth: 19/08/1991 Position: Attack Current club: Al Hilal (Saudi Arabia) Previous clubs: Villareal (Spain, loan)
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Thu, 28 Oct, 2021
Kuala Lumpur: Having missed out on the previous two editions, Thailand's new generation led by Chanathip Songkrasin are aiming to make an impression in the AFC Asian Cup UAE 2019.
One of Thailand's most recognised names across the continent, Chanathip has impressed since his move to the J-League 18 months ago. The creative midfielder will be his country's main attacking outlet as they look to make an impression in January.
Nationality: Thailand Date of birth: 05/10/1993 Position: Midfielder Current club: Hokkaido Consadole Sapporo (Japan) Previous clubs: BEC Tero Sasana, Muangthong United (Both Thailand)
Thu, 28 Oct, 2021
Kuala Lumpur: Five years on from helping Iraq win the AFC U22 Championship in Oman, midfielder Bashar Resan has developed into a key player for the Lions of Mesopotamia as they look to impress in the AFC Asian Cup UAE 2019.
Such is the talent of Bashar Resan, that the now Persepolis midfielder first represented the senior side at his hometown club Air Force Club seven years ago as a 14-year-old.
Resan’s career has already taken him to bigger places, most recently competing in the 2018 AFC Champions League final. Next challenge for the 21-year-old is making his AFC Asian Cup debut with Iraq in January, where he is set to be one of the key players in the Lions of Mesopotamia setup.
Nationality: Iraq Date of birth: 22/12/1996 Position: Midfielder Current club: Persepolis (IR Iran) Previous clubs: Air Force Club (Iraq)
Thu, 28 Oct, 2021
Kuala Lumpur: As the Philippines gear up to make their AFC Asian Cup debut in January, they will be looking to the experience of their captain and top scorer Phil Younghusband.
The undisputed icon of Filipino football, with more appearances and more goals for the Azkals than any other player, striker Phil Younghusband's involvement with the Philippines national team goes back to 2006 when he and older brother James made their international bows.
Nationality: The Philippines
Date of birth: 04/08/1987
Position: Striker
Current club: Davao Aguilas (Philippines)
Previous clubs: Meralco Manila, San Beda FC (both Philippines), Esbjerg fB (Denmark), Chelsea (England)
Thu, 28 Oct, 2021
Kuala Lumpur: Yemen goalkeeper Mohammed Ayash has signed a six-month contract with Iraq Premier League side Erbil SC.
Ayash, who is expected to captain Yemen in the AFC Asian Cup UAE 2019, arrived in Erbil on Thursday to sign the contract, which has an option for renewal.
Erbil are currently eighth in the Iraq Premier League standings after having played eight matches.
Thu, 28 Oct, 2021
Kuala Lumpur: With just 50 days to go for the kick-off of the AFC Asian Cup UAE 2019, the teams are leaving no stone unturned in their bid to make a mark on the Continental showpiece.
While Asia's biggest teams took their customary place in the glittering draw in Dubai last May, there are several national sides who will be making their debuts in the Finals or returning to the Continental showpiece after having missed out on several editions.
Thu, 28 Oct, 2021
Kuala Lumpur: After weeks of voting to choose your best ever AFC Asian Cup XI, it is time to announce the winners.
Over the years, the AFC Asian Cup has produced some brilliant footballers and coaches. So, we gave fans the opportunity to vote for who they considered as the greatest 11 players in the competition's history.
After 2.6 million votes on the-AFC.com over the past few weeks, it is now time to announce the players who made the final XI alongside six substitutes who narrowly missed out on a starting XI place.