Group B: Australia 2-4 Saudi Arabia

Fri, 19 Apr, 2024

Group B: Australia 2-4 Saudi Arabia

Bangkok: Saudi Arabia bounced back in style to defeat Australia 4-2 in their AFC Futsal Asian Cup Thailand Bangkok™ 2024 Group B tie at the Bangkok Arena on Friday.

Nawaf Aroan struck twice to steer Saudi Arabia past a gritty Australian side to set up a mouthwatering clash against Uzbekistan next with Australia taking on Iraq on Sunday.

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Group A: China PR 0-1 Vietnam

Fri, 19 Apr, 2024

Group A: China PR 0-1 Vietnam

Bangkok: Vietnam claimed their first victory of AFC Futsal Asian Cup™ Thailand 2024 after edging a now eliminated China PR 1-0 in Group A on Friday.

Nhan Gia Hung’s fine free-kick proved the difference between the sides in what was a closely fought tie as Vietnam got their campaign back on winning ways. 

Group C: Kyrgyz Republic aiming to maintain momentum; Japan need to rebound

Fri, 19 Apr, 2024

Group C: Kyrgyz Republic aiming to maintain momentum; Japan need to rebound

Bangkok: A confident Kyrgyz Republic will expect nothing less than a win against Tajikistan on Matchday Two in Group C of the AFC Futsal Asian Cup™ Thailand 2024 on Saturday.

Defending champions Japan, meanwhile, will be desperate to bounce back in their tie against Korea Republic.

Group D: IR Iran, Kuwait take early control; Afghanistan and Bahrain seek revival

Fri, 19 Apr, 2024

Group D: IR Iran, Kuwait take early control; Afghanistan and Bahrain seek revival

Bangkok: Afghanistan and Bahrain are braced for tough encounters in Group D of the AFC Futsal Asian Cup™ Thailand 2024 on Saturday.

Afghanistan will be aiming to bounce back against Kuwait, while Bahrain face 12-time champions Islamic Republic of Iran in their Matchday Two ties.

Preview - Group D: Kuwait v Uzbekistan

Sat, 20 Apr, 2024

Preview - Group D: Kuwait v Uzbekistan

Al Wakrah: Kuwait are determined to revive their knockout stage hopes when they face Uzbekistan in their AFC U23 Asian Cup Qatar 2024™ Group D tie on Saturday.

Having suffered a 3-1 defeat to Vietnam, head coach Emilio Peixe’s Kuwait side must earn maximum points at the Al Janoub Stadium for a shot at a top two finish in the group. 

Preview - Group D: Malaysia v Vietnam

Sat, 20 Apr, 2024

Preview - Group D: Malaysia v Vietnam

Doha: Vietnam are looking to seal their place in the quarter-finals of the AFC U23 Asian Cup Qatar 2024™ when they take on Malaysia at Khalifa International Stadium on Saturday.

The 3-1 win over Kuwait in their first game gives Vietnam the opportunity to advance to the next stage of the competition should they gain their second victory in Group D against Malaysia and if Uzbekistan also pick up all three points against Kuwait.

Vale praises Qatar’s belief, Abu Zema laments Jordan’s luck

Fri, 19 Apr, 2024

Vale praises Qatar’s belief, Abu Zema laments Jordan’s luck

Doha: Qatar head coach Ilídio Vale hailed a “deserved” result for his team on Thursday after their 2-1 victory against Jordan saw them become the first team to qualify for the AFC U23 Asian Cup Qatar 2024™ knockout stage.

Mohamed Manai came off the bench to thunder in a header from a free-kick delivery by fellow substitute Jassem Alsharshani in the 13th minute of added time, which sealed a second win in as many Group A matches for the hosts and their third quarter-final appearance.

Indonesia's determination delights Shin; Australia's Vidmar rues missed chances

Fri, 19 Apr, 2024

Indonesia's determination delights Shin; Australia's Vidmar rues missed chances

Doha: Shin Tae-yong praised his players’ determination as tournament debutants Indonesia pulled themselves back into contention for a place in the knockout rounds of the AFC U23 Asian Cup Qatar 2024™ on Thursday with a 1-0 win over Australia at Abdullah bin Khalifa Stadium.

Komang Teguh scored the game’s only goal in the 45th minute after goalkeeper Ernando Ari Sutaryadi had saved Mohamed Toure’s penalty 20 minutes earlier as the Indonesians rebounded from their opening day loss against Group A rivals Qatar.

Semi-finals: 1st Leg in Numbers

Fri, 19 Apr, 2024

Semi-finals: 1st Leg in Numbers

Kuala Lumpur: The AFC Champions League™ 2023/24 witnessed some exhilarating action as the first legs of the two semi-final contests were played out on Wednesday. 

Korean champions Ulsan Hyundai FC earned a narrow 1-0 win against Japan’s Yokohama F. Marinos in the East Zone while Al Ain FC of the United Arab Emirates registered a 4-2 victory against four-time Asian champions Al Hilal SFC in the West. 
 
With plenty still to play for in the return legs next week, the-AFC.com looks back at the stats and facts that caught the eye from the first meetings between the semi-finalists.