Preview - R16: Tajikistan v UAE

Mon, 29 Jan, 2024

Preview - R16: Tajikistan v UAE

Al Rayyan: Tajikistan may have sealed knockout stage qualification in their debut AFC Asian Cup™ campaign but head coach Petar Segrt said the Central Asian side are not satisfied just yet.

If anything, advancing to the Round of 16 has made Tajikistan even hungrier and, more importantly, placed them on an equal footing with the United Arab Emirates - who they meet on Sunday. 

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Tajikistan's celebrations must continue, says Dzhuraboev

Sat, 27 Jan, 2024

Tajikistan's celebrations must continue, says Dzhuraboev

Doha: Tajikistan’s Zoir Dzhuraboev is eager for his side to build on their successful AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ Group A campaign when they take on the United Arab Emirates in the Round of 16 on Sunday.

In their first-ever appearance in the competition, Tajikistan picked up a point from a goalless draw against China PR, then sealed qualification to the knockout stages on the last matchday, beating Lebanon 2-1 to finish second in the group.

Experience will help UAE against Tajikistan, says Al Hashemi

Sat, 27 Jan, 2024

Experience will help UAE against Tajikistan, says Al Hashemi

Doha: Past encounters against central Asian teams will help the United Arab Emirates find solutions against their AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™  last 16 opponents Tajikistan, according to defender Khalid Al Hashemi.

In the 14 months leading up to the tournament, the UAE played friendly matches against  Central Asian sides Tajikistan and Kyrgyz Republic. They also faced Kazakhstan.

R16 - Tajikistan v UAE: Facts & Figures

Sat, 27 Jan, 2024

R16 - Tajikistan v UAE: Facts & Figures

Doha: Tajikistan will aim to prolong their journey when they meet United Arab Emirates in their AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ Round of 16 tie on Sunday.

The Central Asian side are enjoying a debut campaign to remember but will find former runners-up UAE a tough challenge.

Preview - R16: Australia v Indonesia

Sun, 28 Jan, 2024

Preview - R16: Australia v Indonesia

Doha: Graham Arnold gave his Australia squad a clean bill of health ahead of the Socceroos’ AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ Round of 16 clash with Indonesia at Jassim bin Hamad Stadium on Sunday with striker Mitchell Duke available for selection.

Duke missed the 1-1 draw with Uzbekistan in the last round of Group B games on Tuesday due to a hamstring strain, but Arnold confirmed the Machida Zelvia forward would be available for his side’s opening match of the knockout rounds.

Goodwin expects a sharper Australia

Sat, 27 Jan, 2024

Goodwin expects a sharper Australia

Doha: Craig Goodwin wants Australia to instill a sharper edge in their AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ Round of 16 clash against Indonesia on Sunday.

With only four goals from their three Group B matches, the 32-year-old Al Wehda SC player is keen to see the Socceroos attack flourishing as the tournament heads into the business end.

Indonesia's Arhan relishing Socceroos test

Sat, 27 Jan, 2024

Indonesia's Arhan relishing Socceroos test

Al Rayyan: Pratama Arhan is optimistic about Indonesia's chances of overcoming Australia when they meet in the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ Round of 16 at the Jassim bin Hamad Stadium on Sunday.

Indonesia are making their first appearance in the knockout stage, having advanced as one of the four best third-placed teams with 2015 winners Australia standing in their way of more glory.  

R16 - Australia v Indonesia: Facts & Figures

Sat, 27 Jan, 2024

R16 - Australia v Indonesia: Facts & Figures

Doha: Australia will start as favourites against Indonesia in their AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ last 16 clash on Sunday.

The Australians are chasing a second continental title while Indonesia will be appearing at this stage of the competition for the first time. 

Fantastic four eye Qatar 2023 glory and unique history

Sat, 27 Jan, 2024

Fantastic four eye Qatar 2023 glory and unique history

Doha: Heading into the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™, a quartet of head coaches had the opportunity to not just claim Continental glory but also carve out some special history.

Now, with the dust having settled on the Group Stage on Thursday, the title hopes of Jurgen Klinsmann (Korea Republic), Roberto Mancini (Saudi Arabia), Juan Antonio Pizzi (Bahrain) and Hajime Moriyasu (Japan) remain alive after their respective teams sealed qualification to the Round of 16.

History-maker Haji determined to help Saudi Arabia win fourth title

Fri, 26 Jan, 2024

History-maker Haji determined to help Saudi Arabia win fourth title

Al Rayyan: It was a historic moment for Asian football on Thursday when Saudi Arabia’s Talal Haji etched his name in the record books, becoming the youngest player ever to play in an AFC Asian Cup™ match at the age of 16 years and 131 days. 

Haji took to the stage in Saudi Arabia's Group F fixture against Thailand, which ended in a 0-0 draw at the Education City Stadium.

The talented teenager nearly made an instant impact, rising to meet Nasser Al Dawsari's cross with a header only to be denied a goal by agile Thai goalkeeper Saranon Anuin.

Group Stage in Numbers

Sat, 27 Jan, 2024

Group Stage in Numbers

Doha: After 36 matches, 87 goals and 16 teams booking their place in the next phase of the competition, the group stage action in the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™, which gave the supporters plenty to talk about over the past couple of weeks, came to an exciting conclusion on Thursday.

The Round of 16 action will begin with Australia facing Indonesia at Jassim bin Hamad Stadium on Sunday, but with the dust just settling after the group fixtures, join the-AFC.com as we review the group stage of the continental showpiece by taking a closer look at some of the key facts and stats that caught the eye.