Theerathon expects vibrant Thailand; Kozubaev keen to show an improved Kyrgyz Republic
Doha: Captain Theerathon Bunmanthan is hoping Thailand will show a new standard when they take on Kyrgyz Republic in their opening AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ Group F match on Tuesday.
Doha: Jaloliddin Masharipov has urged his Uzbekistan teammates to dig deep following their frustrating 0-0 draw with Syria in their AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ Group B tie on Saturday.
Al Rayyan: Ardeshir Ghalehnoy was full of praise for his Islamic Republic of Iran side after a 4-1 win over Palestine in their opening AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ Group C match on Sunday.
UAE’s Bento satisfied; Andersen applauds resilient Hong Kong, China
Al Rayyan: United Arab Emirates head coach Paulo Bento remained unfazed about his team’s reliance on penalty kicks to secure their 3-1 victory over Hong Kong, China in Sunday’s AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ Group C clash.
Doha: Hajime Moriyasu praised his players’ patience as four-time champions Japan ground out a 4-2 win over Vietnam at Al Thumama Stadium on Sunday to make a positive start to their challenge for the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™.
Al Rayyan: A significant milestone was reached in AFC Asian Cup™ history on Sunday evening when the showpiece tournament of Asia witnessed its 1000th goal at the Khalifa International Stadium.