Al Rayyan: Islamic Republic of Iran head coach Amir Ghalenoei is eyeing a winning start when his side take on Palestine in their AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ opener on Sunday as he returns to the country where he played four decades ago.
Battat and Palestine raring to go; IR Iran's Ansarifard banks on experience
Doha: 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.
Al Rayyan: Head coach Paulo Bento will warn his United Arab Emirates players against underestimating Hong Kong, China when the two sides meet in their opening AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ Group C tie on Sunday.
Hong Kong, China's Yapp eager for action; Eisa confident of UAE’s capabilities
Al Rayyan: 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.
Japan's Endo determined to disappoint Klopp; Vietnam's Do eyes upset
Doha: 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.
In Focus: Troussier and Vietnam to renew acquaintances with Japan
Doha: 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.
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.
#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.