Super Jordan stun Korea Republic to reach historic final

Wed, 07 Feb, 2024

Super Jordan stun Korea Republic to reach historic final

Al Rayyan: Goals from Yazan Al Naimat and Mousa Al Tamari secured Jordan a sensational 2-0 win over Korea Republic as the West Asian side advanced to the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ final at the Ahmad Bin Ali Stadium on Tuesday.

A dominant performance from start to finish saw Jordan upstage a Korea Republic side who simply couldn’t match the pace and determination of their opponents, who booked a spot in the AFC Asian Cup final for the first time in history.

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Ammouta: Mindset of champions powered Jordan into final

Wed, 07 Feb, 2024

Ammouta: Mindset of champions powered Jordan into final

Al Rayyan: Head coach Hussein Ammouta was proud of the mindset of champions his Jordan side produced in their stunning 2-0 victory over Korea Republic in their AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ semi-final on Tuesday.

Goals from Yazan Al Naimat and Mousa Al Tamari at the Ahmad Bin Ali Stadium secured Jordan’s historic place in the final, where they will face either defending champions Qatar or the Islamic Republic of Iran.

Klinsmann: Korea Republic lost the battles we had to win

Wed, 07 Feb, 2024

Klinsmann: Korea Republic lost the battles we had to win

Al Rayyan: A disappointed Korea Republic head coach Jurgen Klinsmann admitted that Jordan were deserving winners of their AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ semi-final at the Ahmad Bin Ali Stadium on Tuesday.

Goals from Yazan Al Naimat and Mousa Al Tamari sent the Jordanians through to their first-ever AFC Asian Cup final as well as prolong Korea’s search for their first title since 1960.

Jordan masterclass ends Korea Republic's dream

Wed, 07 Feb, 2024

Jordan masterclass ends Korea Republic's dream

Al Rayyan: Jordan produced a sparkling performance in their AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ semi-final against Korea Republic on Tuesday.

Ranked 64 places below Korea Republic, the West Asian side took charge of the semi-final from the first blow of the referee's whistle to leave their opponents unable to make a mark at the Ahmad Bin Ali Stadium.
 
The-AFC.com takes a look at some facts and figures from an amazing last four tie.

SF - Preview: IR Iran v Qatar

Wed, 07 Feb, 2024

SF - Preview: IR Iran v Qatar

Doha: A buoyant Islamic Republic of Iran are keeping their eyes on the prize as head coach Ardeshir Ghalehnoy looks to win the battle of wits against Qatar’s Marquez Lopez in their AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ semi-final on Wednesday.

Iran are riding high after their come-from-behind 2-1 win over Japan in the quarter-finals and Ghalehnoy is banking on plotting another successful game plan at Al Thumama Stadium to end Qatar’s reign as champions.

Qatar determined to reach final, says Salman

Tue, 06 Feb, 2024

Qatar determined to reach final, says Salman

Doha: Tarek Salman says Qatar will give it their all to overcome Islamic Republic of Iran when the two sides meet in their AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ semi-final at the Al Thumama Stadium on Wednesday. 

Qatar are two wins away from defending their title with defender Salman saying that while they are braced for a tough encounter, the determination is to stay on track for a second successive title.

Ezzatolahi tells IR Iran to stay focused

Tue, 06 Feb, 2024

Ezzatolahi tells IR Iran to stay focused

Doha: Saeid Ezzatolahi believes concentration will be key when Islamic Republic of Iran face defending champions Qatar in their AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ semi-final at the Al Thumama Stadium on Wednesday.

Iran go into the tie having won their last six matches against Qatar, including a 1-0 victory in the group stage of the 2015 edition of the continental showpiece.  

SF: IR Iran v Qatar: Facts & Figures

Tue, 06 Feb, 2024

SF: IR Iran v Qatar: Facts & Figures

Doha: Islamic Republic of Iran will be determined to continue their journey towards a long awaited fourth AFC Asian Cup™ title when they face Qatar in the semi-finals of the 2023 edition on Wednesday.

Qatar, however, will be equally up for the task as they look to defend the title they won in resounding fashion in UAE 2019.

SF - IR Iran v Qatar: How they got there

Tue, 06 Feb, 2024

SF - IR Iran v Qatar: How they got there

Doha: Islamic Republic of Iran and Qatar will square off in the semi-finals of the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ on Wednesday.

The last four tie it set to be a sizzling affair with Iran seeking to win the coveted title for the fourth time while Qatar will be defending their crown.