Saudi Arabia - Road to Final

Fri, 17 Jun, 2022

Saudi Arabia - Road to Final

Tashkent: After a gruelling competition which kicked off on June 1, we have reached the final of the AFC U23 Asian Cup™ Uzbekistan 2022.

Saudi Arabia are one match away from winning the coveted title for the first time after runners-up finishes in 2013 and 2020.

Join the-AFC.com as we retrace Saad Al Shehri's side's march into the final.

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Uzbekistan - Road to Final

Fri, 17 Jun, 2022

Uzbekistan - Road to Final

Tashkent: After a gruelling competition which kicked off on June 1, we have reached the final of the AFC U23 Asian Cup™ Uzbekistan 2022.

Hosts Uzbekistan are on the verge of creating history as they are one match away from becoming the first side to win the coveted trophy twice, having emerged champions in 2018.

The-AFC.com reviews how Timur Kapadze's exciting side reached the final. 

Uzbekistan 2022 Final: Facts & Stats

Fri, 17 Jun, 2022

Uzbekistan 2022 Final: Facts & Stats

Tashkent: The final of the AFC U23 Asian Cup™ Uzbekistan 2022 will be contested between two of the most in-form teams in the competition.

Set to be played in a packed Bunyodkor Stadium, Saudi Arabia will be aiming to deny Uzbekistan glory before their fans.

Join the-AFC.com as we take a look at some of the facts and stats leading up to the final. 

Jaloliddinov: Everything we are doing is for the fans

Thu, 16 Jun, 2022

Jaloliddinov: Everything we are doing is for the fans

Tashkent: As Uzbekistan moved one step closer to lifting the AFC U23 Asian Cup™ Uzbekistan 2022 trophy, the sensational Jasurbek Jaloliddinov said their fans are the ultimate motivation for the team.

After scoring a sensational goal in the splendid 2-0 win over a formidable Japanese side in the semi-finals on Wednesday, Jaloliddinov paid tribute to the fans.

Al Ghamdi: Players determined to win title for head coach Al Shehri

Fri, 17 Jun, 2022

Al Ghamdi: Players determined to win title for head coach Al Shehri

Tashkent: Midfielder Hamed Al Ghamdi says Saudi Arabia are determined to win the AFC U23 Asian Cup™ Uzbekistan 2022 title for head coach Saad Al Shehri.

Hussain Al Eisa and Ayman Yahya scored as Saudi Arabia defeated Australia 2-0 on Wednesday to seal their place in the final against Uzbekistan.

White Wolves determined to create history

Thu, 16 Jun, 2022

White Wolves determined to create history

Tashkent: Head coach Timur Kapadze was beaming from ear to ear after Uzbekistan defeated Japan 2-0 to set up a date with Saudi Arabia in the final of the AFC U23 Asian Cup™ Uzbekistan 2022. 

Uzbekistan were worthy winners as goals by Jasurbek Jaloliddinov and Husain Norchaev at the Bunyodkor Stadium on Wednesday took them within one match of becoming the first team to win the AFC U23 Asian Cup title for a second time.

Adaptability the key to Saudi Arabia’s success

Thu, 16 Jun, 2022

Adaptability the key to Saudi Arabia’s success

Tashkent: Head coach Al Shehri believes Saudi Arabia have found the key for success following their 2-0 win over Australia in the semi-finals of the AFC U23 Asian Cup™ Uzbekistan 2022 on Wednesday.

Goals from Hussain Al Eisa and Ayman Yahya took Saudi Arabia within touching distance of winning the AFC U23 Asian Cup crown for the first time.

Impressively, Saudi Arabia won all their matches en route to reaching the final without conceding a goal and Al Shehri revealed that their success is due to their ability to adapt to different situations in matches.

Preview - Third Place Playoff: Japan v Australia

Sat, 18 Jun, 2022

Preview - Third Place Playoff: Japan v Australia

Tashkent: Japan and Australia will not be lacking motivation when they face-off in the AFC U23 Asian Cup™ Uzbekistan 2023 Third Place Playoff on Saturday. 

Australia finished third in Thailand 2020, their best-ever finish in the tournament, and while head coach Trevor Morgan expects a tough fight from 2016 champions Japan, his aim is to equal their record of two years ago. 

Rawlins wants to end Olyroos campaign on high note

Fri, 17 Jun, 2022

Rawlins wants to end Olyroos campaign on high note

Tashkent: At 18, Joshua Rawlins is the second youngest member of the Australia squad at the AFC U23 Asian Cup™ Uzbekistan 2023 and the player has thrived with the valuable experience of playing with and against the best in Asia. 

Having featured in three of Australia’s five matches in the tournament, Rawlins is eager to again step up for the Olyroos in their battle for third place against 2016 champions Japan on Saturday. 

Disappointed Fujita sets eyes on third-place finish

Fri, 17 Jun, 2022

Disappointed Fujita sets eyes on third-place finish

Tashkent: As Japan’s quest to reclaim the title came to an end in the semi-finals of the AFC U23 Asian Cup™ Uzbekistan 2022, Joel Chima Fujita said the defeat was caused by the team finding their momentum too late. 

Japan, seeking to add the 2022 title to the one won in 2016, were defeated 2-0 by a vibrant Uzbekistan side in their semi-final on Wednesday, with the loss coming just days after Go Oiwa’s side had played their best to end Korea Republic’s reign in the quarter-finals.

Defeat means instead of vying for the title in Sunday’s final, Japan will face Australia in the third-place playoff on Saturday.