#AsianQualifiers - MD4: 5 Takeaways

Fri, 18 Oct, 2024

#AsianQualifiers - MD4: 5 Takeaways

Kuala Lumpur: Matchday Four of the AFC Asian Qualifiers™ - Road to 26 was an eventful affair with significant developments.

Several teams remain well on course for the FIFA World Cup 2026 while the hopes of some suffered a setback and the-AFC.com highlights five interesting takeaways with the teams to resume their campaigns on November 14.

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Jordan’s Sellami attributes huge result to lessons well learnt

Thu, 17 Oct, 2024

Jordan’s Sellami attributes huge result to lessons well learnt

Amman: Head coach Jamal Sellami admitted the lessons learnt from their defeat to Korea Republic paved the way for Jordan to register a resounding 4-0 win over Oman in their AFC Asian Qualifiers™ – Road to 26 Group B tie on Tuesday.

Jordan went into the match looking to bounce back after losing 2-0 to Korea Republic on Thursday while Oman were on a high after a comprehensive 4-0 defeat of Kuwait but braces from Yazan Al Naimat and Ali Alwan saw Sellami's team move up to seven points in the standings. 

Lisitsyn, Kichin delighted as Kyrgyz Republic clinch first points

Thu, 17 Oct, 2024

Lisitsyn, Kichin delighted as Kyrgyz Republic clinch first points

Bishkek: Head coach Maksim Lisitsyn and captain Valerii Kichin were overjoyed after Kyrgyz Republic put in a determined performance to clinch their first win of their AFC Asian Qualifiers™ – Road to 26 campaign on Tuesday.

Khristiian Brauzmann’s 11th minute strike ultimately separated the two sides following a keenly-fought contest at Dolen Omurzakov Stadium as Kyrgyz Republic ended a three-match losing streak while DPR Korea remained in search of a first victory.

Mixed emotions for Palestine’s Daboub, Kuwait’s Pizzi

Thu, 17 Oct, 2024

Mixed emotions for Palestine’s Daboub, Kuwait’s Pizzi

Doha: It was a case of mixed emotions for Palestine and Kuwait after their pulsating 2-2 draw in Group B of the AFC Asian Qualifiers™ – Road to 26 on Tuesday.

Palestine head coach Makram Daboub was overjoyed after his side snatched a share of the spoils thanks to Zeid Qunbar’s goal in the third minute of added time to pick up only their second point while his Kuwaiti counterpart Juan Antonio Pizzi was disappointed that his team allowed victory to slip away.

Radmanovic proud of Uzbekistan; Bento rues missed chances

Wed, 16 Oct, 2024

Radmanovic proud of Uzbekistan; Bento rues missed chances

Tashkent: Uzbekistan acting head coach Vlado Radmanovic hailed his side's resilience after they secured a 1-0 victory over the United Arab Emirates in their AFC Asian Qualifiers™ - Road to 26 Group A fixture on Tuesday.

A slow start required Radmanovich to make adjustments in the second half, with Uzbekistan securing a first-ever home victory over the UAE.

Saudi Arabia’s Mancini admits disappointment; Talajic hails Bahrain’s resilience

Wed, 16 Oct, 2024

Saudi Arabia’s Mancini admits disappointment; Talajic hails Bahrain’s resilience

Jeddah: Head coach Roberto Mancini did not hide his disappointment after Saudi Arabia were held to a goalless draw by Bahrain in their AFC Asian Qualifiers™ – Road to 26 Group C encounter on Tuesday.

The Green Falcons dominated possession, had more than twice the number of shots compared to Bahrain and even a penalty kick, but were unable to put away any of those chances.

Ghalenoei: A great day for IR Iran

Wed, 16 Oct, 2024

Ghalenoei: A great day for IR Iran

Dubai: Head coach Amir Ghalenoei will always fondly remember Islamic Republic of Iran’s 4-1 win over Qatar in the AFC Asian Qualifiers™ – Road to 26 which took them to the top of the Group A standings on Tuesday.

Sardar Azmoun and Mohammed Mohebi netted a brace each to cancel out Almoez Ali’s opener to move Iran up to 10 points, level with Uzbekistan but ahead on goal difference.

Ivankovic’s tactical adjustments secure China PR first victory

Wed, 16 Oct, 2024

Ivankovic’s tactical adjustments secure China PR first victory

Qingdao: China PR head coach Branko Ivankovic lauded his team's tactical discipline and unity after their hard-fought 2-1 victory over Indonesia in their AFC Asian Qualifiers™ - Road to 26 Group C tie on Tuesday.

China PR went into the tie under pressure after three defeats and Ivankovic praised his players for executing the game plan and rising to the occasion under challenging circumstances. 

Hong credits Korea Republic substitutes for thrilling win over Iraq

Wed, 16 Oct, 2024

Hong credits Korea Republic substitutes for thrilling win over Iraq

Yongin: Korea Republic head coach Hong Myung-bo hailed the commitment of his players, especially the second-half substitutes, for their dramatic 3-2 victory over Iraq in Group B of the AFC Asian Qualifiers™ - Road to 26 tie on Tuesday.

The result leaves Korea Republic with a three-point lead at the summit and well placed to seal an 11th consecutive appearance at the FIFA World Cup.

Australia’s Popovic wants improvements despite Japan draw

Wed, 16 Oct, 2024

Australia’s Popovic wants improvements despite Japan draw

Saitama: Tony Popovic told his Australia team they must "improve all over the park" as he challenged them to become the best side in Asia.

The Socceroos claimed a battling 1-1 away draw with Japan on Tuesday to move onto five points in Group C of the AFC Asian Qualifiers™ - Road to 26.

#AsianQualifiers - MD4: Results & Reports

Wed, 16 Oct, 2024

#AsianQualifiers - MD4: Results & Reports

Kuala Lumpur: A battling performance saw Australia end Japan's perfect run in the AFC Asian Qualifiers™ - Road to 26 as the two sides played to a 1-1 draw in their Matchday Four Group C tie on Tuesday.

Islamic Republic of Iran, meanwhile, were phenomenal as they defeated Qatar 4-1, ensuring that they kept pace with Uzbekistan, who beat the United Arab Emirates 1-0 with both teams leading Group A with 10 points. .

In Group B, Korea Republic opened a three-point lead after defeating Iraq 3-2.

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