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Shaikh Salman hails Indonesia for clinching first-ever AFC eAsian Cup title

Tue, 06 Feb, 2024

Shaikh Salman hails Indonesia for clinching first-ever AFC eAsian Cup title

Doha: Asian Football Confederation (AFC) President Shaikh Salman bin Ebrahim Al Khalifa congratulated Indonesia after they were crowned champions of the inaugural AFC eAsian Cup at Doha’s Virtuocity eSports Arena on Monday. 

The final day of the event commenced with Semi-final showdowns between Indonesia and Thailand, Japan and Saudi Arabia, followed by the riveting final contest between the two finalists, Indonesia and Japan, which saw more than 200,000 viewers tuning in. 

Indonesia crowned champions of first-ever AFC eAsian Cup

Tue, 06 Feb, 2024

Indonesia crowned champions of first-ever AFC eAsian Cup

Doha: Indonesia defeated Japan to emerge winners of the inaugural edition of the AFC eAsian Cup on Monday.

The tournament, which kicked off last Thursday at Doha’s Virtuocity eSports Arena, witnessed five days of high intensity matches involving 19 teams from the AFC’s Member Associations.

Semi-final cast confirmed

Mon, 05 Feb, 2024

Semi-final cast confirmed

Doha: The semi-finalists of the AFC eAsian Cup were confirmed following a day of high octane knockout stage action at Doha’s Virtuocity eSports Arena, the region’s first and only year-round esports facility, on Sunday.

The 16 teams who advanced from the group stage battled it out in riveting best-of-three contests during the first half of the day, securing their positions in the highly anticipated last eight clashes that unfolded later in the evening with Thailand, Indonesia, Saudi Arabia and Japan advancing to the semi-finals.

#eAsian Cup: What they said

Sat, 03 Feb, 2024

#eAsian Cup: What they said

Doha: The cast for the AFC eAsian Cup 2023 Round of 16 was confirmed after the conclusion of the group stage matches on Friday.

Mirroring the format of the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™, teams who finished in the first and second positions in each group qualified to the knockout stage and were accompanied by the four best third-placed finishers.
 
As the 16 teams vie for a place in history, the-AFC.com caught up with some of the stars of the event to get their impression of the first-ever esports event hosted by the Asian Football Confederation.

Upsets, thrilling comebacks mark end of group stage

Sat, 03 Feb, 2024

Upsets, thrilling comebacks mark end of group stage

Doha: The group stage action of the inaugural AFC eAsian Cup concluded on Friday with 16 teams booking their places in the knockout stage.

The second day of the tournament was marked by intense clashes as numerous teams relied on their final group stage matches to secure a spot in the Round of 16.
 
While Saudi Arabia, Indonesia and Uzbekistan had already booked their slots with stellar performances on Thursday, the second day brought unexpected twists, leading to the elimination of Malaysia, Oman and Kyrgyz Republic.

AFC statement on AFC eAsian Cup 2023

Fri, 02 Feb, 2024

AFC statement on AFC eAsian Cup 2023

Doha: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has been made aware of the Football Association of Hong Kong, China Limited (HKFA)'s decision to withdraw from the AFC eAsian Cup 2023 due to unavoidable circumstances.

Therefore, as a result of their withdrawal, and as stipulated in the Terms and Conditions of the AFC eAsian Cup 2023, all matches involving HKFA will be awarded 3-0 in favour of their opponents.

Saudi Arabia, Indonesia make stunning starts

Fri, 02 Feb, 2024

Saudi Arabia, Indonesia make stunning starts

Doha: The highly anticipated AFC eAsian Cup 2023 kicked off in Doha on Thursday marking a major milestone in the Asian Football Confederation (AFC)’s legacy.

Enthusiastic esports fans witnessed an exciting spectacle as top gamers from the Continent clashed, showcasing not just their individual skills but also their ability to adapt while playing alongside a partner.
 
The first day of the event held crucial significance, with teams aiming to place themselves in favourable positions to book their spot in the Round of 16.
 
Played on Konami’s eFootball 2024, the five-day event will see 20 teams take part in exciting 12-minute battles as they vie to become the first-ever winners of the AFC eAsian Cup 2023.

#eAsianCup: All you need to know

Thu, 01 Feb, 2024

#eAsianCup: All you need to know

Doha: The AFC eAsian Cup kicks off on Thursday with 20 teams from the Asian Football Confederation (AFC)’s Member Associations set to vie for the title in Doha, Qatar. 

While the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ has reached the quarter-final stage, the five-day AFC eAsian Cup will see the 20 teams engaged in intense battles to fly their national flag high on the virtual pitch.

AFC eAsian Cup 2023: All you need to know

Sun, 28 Jan, 2024

AFC eAsian Cup 2023: All you need to know

Doha: The AFC eAsian Cup 2023 is all set to take place in Doha from February 1 to 5, 2024.

As players from across Asia get set to converge to celebrate the Asian Football Confederation (AFC)’s first-ever esports event, the AFC brings to you a deep-dive into what to expect.

First-ever AFC eAsian Cup promises thrilling clashes

Thu, 18 Jan, 2024

First-ever AFC eAsian Cup promises thrilling clashes

Doha: Asia’s premier efootball talents are poised to converge in Doha, Qatar, when the inaugural AFC eAsian Cup 2023 unfolds from February 1 to 5, 2024.

Taking place alongside the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™, the event will feature teams from 20 AFC Member Associations that are currently taking part in the 18th edition of Asia’s premier men’s national team competition. 

Countdown to AFC eAsian Cup 2023 gathers pace

Wed, 10 Jan, 2024

Countdown to AFC eAsian Cup 2023 gathers pace

Kuala Lumpur: With less than a month to go to the inaugural edition of the AFC eAsian Cup 2023, the 20 participating teams are raring to etch their names in the history books as they prepare to lock horns from February 1 to 5, 2024 in Qatar’s picturesque capital city, Doha.

Taking place alongside the 18th edition of the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™, the event will be played on the game engine of Japanese multinational entertainment company and video game developer Konami’s eFootball 2024. 

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