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.

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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. 

AFC eAsian Cup set to debut at #AsianCup2023

Fri, 08 Dec, 2023

AFC eAsian Cup set to debut at #AsianCup2023

Kuala Lumpur: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) will unveil the inaugural edition of the AFC eAsian Cup, in conjunction with the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™, from February 1 to 5, 2024.

In an exciting fusion of the traditional and digital, the AFC eAsian Cup marks the Confederation’s first foray into the world of esports, reinforcing its desire to engage further with a new generation of football fans in a cutting-edge celebration of the sport. 

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.

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.