Preview - Group D: United Arab Emirates v Japan

Fri, 03 Jun, 2022

Preview - Group D: United Arab Emirates v Japan

Tashkent: Both the United Arab Emirates and Japan head coaches have boldly sounded their intentions to be crowned the AFC U23 Asian Cup™ Uzbekistan 2022 champions ahead of their Group D clash on Friday. 

UAE, who reached the quarter-finals stage in all three of their previous appearances, are now led by head coach Denis Silva, and the Spaniard believes he has assembled the best-possible squad for the match against 2016 champions Japan. 

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Jordan’s Hayel seeks improvements, mixed feelings for Iraq’s Soukup

Thu, 02 Jun, 2022

Jordan’s Hayel seeks improvements, mixed feelings for Iraq’s Soukup

Qarshi: Jordan head coach Ahmad Hayel will return to the drawing board after watching his side surrender a one goal lead despite a dominant performance against Iraq who fought back to force a tie in Group B of the AFC U23 Asian Cup™ Uzbekistan 2022 at the Markaziy Stadium on Wednesday. 

Jordan, who finished third in the inaugural AFC U23 Asian Cup in 2013, held the lion’s share of possession for most of the match but only had one goal from Mohammad Aburiziq to show for their efforts. 
 
After taking the lead, Jordan were poised for full points but 2013 champion Iraq sliced their defence open with a perfectly weighted pass by Muntadher Mohammed from their own half as captain Wakaa Ramadhan finished the move with aplomb.  

Khoshimov expects more from Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan's Agamyradov satisfied with players despite defeat

Thu, 02 Jun, 2022

Khoshimov expects more from Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan's Agamyradov satisfied with players despite defeat

Tashkent:  Matchwinner Ulugbek Khoshimov is relishing more victories with Uzbekistan after their hard-fought 1-0 victory over Turkmenistan in Group A of the AFC U23 Asian Cup™ Uzbekistan 2022 on Wednesday.

Playing in front of a partisan crowd at the Tashkent Stadium, Uzbekistan were kept at bay for the better part of the game before substitute Khoshimov scored from the spot with 15 minutes remaining to seal the three points.

The victory means Uzbekistan have a two point advantage at the top of the standings over Qatar and Islamic Republic of Iran, who played to a 1-1 draw on Wednesday. The hosts play Qatar on Matchday Two.

IR Iran's Mahdavikia, Qatar's Cordova rue missed opportunities after opening draw

Thu, 02 Jun, 2022

IR Iran's Mahdavikia, Qatar's Cordova rue missed opportunities after opening draw

Tashkent: Islamic Republic of Iran head coach Mehdi Mahdavikia and his Qatar counterpart Nicolas Cordova were left disappointed after failing to collect three points in their opening AFC U23 Asian Cup™ Uzbekistan 2022 Group A match on Wednesday. 

Iran controlled the vast majority of the tie at the Bunyodkor Stadium, mustering up 14 total shots - twice more than the Qataris - but needed a late goal to salvage a point. 

Qatar stunned the Iranians in the 87th minute through Ahmed Al Ganehi but Erfan Shariari popped up to salvage a point with his equaliser three minutes later. 

Australia sound early warning, Kuwait determined to bounce back

Thu, 02 Jun, 2022

Australia sound early warning, Kuwait determined to bounce back

Qarshi: Australia head coach Trevor Morgan has urged his side to fulfill their potential and build on the convincing 2-0 victory against Kuwait which propelled them to the top of Group B of the AFC U23 Asian Cup™ Uzbekistan 2022 on Wednesday. 

The Olyroos dominated proceedings with goals in each half by Louis D’Arrigo and player of the match Jay Rich-Baghuelou, who also marshalled the backline to a clean sheet.

With the win, Australia secured three crucial points which set them on the path to improve their third-place result in the 2020 showpiece in Thailand. 

Preview - Group C: Thailand v Vietnam

Fri, 03 Jun, 2022

Preview - Group C: Thailand v Vietnam

Tashkent: It will be a clash of  Southeast Asian titans when Thailand and Vietnam open their AFC U23 Asian Cup™ Uzbekistan 2022 Group C campaign on Thursday. 

On top of regional rivalry, the two teams met in the Hanoi SEA Games less than two weeks ago, with Vietnam edging Thailand 1-0 to clinch the gold medal. 

That result, however, will not linger in the minds of  Thailand with head coach Worrawoot Srimaka calling up a vastly different squad for Uzbekistan 2022.

Preview - Group C: Korea Republic v Malaysia

Thu, 02 Jun, 2022

Preview - Group C: Korea Republic v Malaysia

Tashkent: Korea Republic will open the defence of their AFC U23 Asian Cup™ title when they face Malaysia in Group C at the Lokomotiv Stadium on Thursday.

The Taeguk Warriors showcased their attacking prowess in the qualifiers, scoring a high 14 goals and will square off against a Malaysia side who also advanced undefeated.

Hwang Sun-hong's side, however,  are aiming to become the first team to win the title twice, having defeated Saudi Arabia 1-0 in the final to lift the trophy in 2020.