Despite losing 2-0 to the reigning AFC Asian Cup champions on Thursday, Bangladesh had their opportunities but the lack of clinical finishing cost them as Qatar scored with their two shots on goal.

With fans still catching their breath after Thursday's stellar action, Matchday Four beckons on Tuesday and the-AFC.com has selected five things to look out for as the teams take another step in their bid to qualify for the two showpiece events.

The two winners from Thursday's action, Qatar and Oman lock horns in Al Wakrah on Tuesday with the group's top spot at stake, while India welcome south Asian rivals Bangladesh to Salt Lake Stadium in Kolkata.

The Croatian oversaw a scoreless draw with the Qataris as India bounced back from a late loss at the hands of Oman in their opening qualifier for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 and AFC Asian Cup China 2023, and Stimac is focusing his – and his players’ – attentions on securing their first three-point haul in Group E.

UAE produced a stylish performance in their 5-0 Matchday Three win over Indonesia on Thursday, which came after the West Asians had to fight back from a goal down to defeat Malaysia 2-1 in their opening match in September.

Abbas expects Thailand to be even tougher opposition and said UAE must play even better at the Thammasat Stadium on Tuesday in their bid to qualify for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 and AFC Asian Cup China 2023.

Marcello Lippi's China have scored 12 goals and conceded none in their opening two matches but coach Scott Cooper said Philippines should have no fear when the two teams face off at the Panaad Stadium in Bacolod.

The Continent's 40 teams will only have a few days to recover before Matchday Four comes along on Tuesday, with another 16 matches scheduled.