Qatar comes first for Ali

Sun, 28 Jan, 2024

Qatar comes first for Ali

Al Khor: Almoez Ali’s focus is only on Qatar’s progression into the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ quarter-finals, with personal glory taking a backseat for the mercurial striker. 

Ali lit up the 2019 edition of the continental showpiece, netting nine times enroute to helping Qatar emerge champions as well as claiming the Top Scorer and Most Valuable Player awards.

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Palestine’s Seyam thriving under Daboub's guidance

Sun, 28 Jan, 2024

Palestine’s Seyam thriving under Daboub's guidance

Al Khor: Tamer Seyam believes that the current iteration of Palestine under the guidance of Makram Daboub is the key to the team’s historic qualification to the knockout stage of the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™.

The Prachuap FC forward is enjoying playing under the Tunisian tactician, scoring in the opening Group C match against Islamic Republic of Iran.
 
Five years ago, Palestine lost all three of their matches at the AFC Asian Cup but Qatar 2023 has so far seen them register a first ever win (3-0 v Hong Kong, China) and a draw (1-1 v United Arab Emirates).

Iraq’s Jasim eager to continue shining

Sun, 28 Jan, 2024

Iraq’s Jasim eager to continue shining

Doha: Ali Jasim is determined to play a major role for Iraq in their AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ Round of 16 tie against Jordan on Monday.

Jasim and Youssef Amyn are the youngest members of the Iraq side with the midfielder admitting he is pleased with his performances so far but wanting to do more.

Al Rashdan confident of giving Iraq tough time

Sun, 28 Jan, 2024

Al Rashdan confident of giving Iraq tough time

Doha: Nizar Al Rashdan is hopeful that Jordan’s careful examination of their defensive errors in the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ group stage will stand them in good stead against Iraq in their Round of 16 clash on Monday.

Jordan qualified for the knockout stage as one of the four best third-placed teams, winning only one of their group stage ties in contrast to Iraq’s three victories.

R16 - Qatar v Palestine: Facts & Figures

Sun, 28 Jan, 2024

R16 - Qatar v Palestine: Facts & Figures

Doha: Qatar will be expected to advance when they play Palestine in the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ Round of 16 on Monday.

The defending champions have shown good form but Palestine will be determined to continue their excellent run after sealing knockout stage qualification for the first time. 

R16 - Iraq v Jordan: Facts & Figures

Sun, 28 Jan, 2024

R16 - Iraq v Jordan: Facts & Figures

Doha: Iraq and Jordan will tread with caution when they meet in the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ Round of 16 on Monday.

Iraq are a team in form while Jordan advanced as one of the best four best third-placed sides following the conclusion of the group stage. 

R16: 5 things to look out for

Sun, 28 Jan, 2024

R16: 5 things to look out for

Doha: The AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ has reached the knockout rounds and 16 teams remain in the race to be crowned champions of the 18th edition of the continental showpiece.

Among them are defending champions Qatar, four-time winners Japan and five other nations who have lifted the prestigious title, while four countries – including debutants Tajikistan – will compete in the Round of 16 for the first time. 
 
Ahead of the eight matches between January 28 and 31, the-AFC.com has selected five things to look out for. 

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.  

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.

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.