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Asian teams shine on world stage

Mon, 26 Feb, 2024

Asian teams shine on world stage

Dubai: The curtains came down on the FIFA Beach Soccer World UAE 2024 Dubai on Sunday with Brazil emerging champions for a record-extending sixth time.

Asia was represented by four teams and each charted milestones of their own with remarkable performances.
Join the-AFC.com as we take a look at the facts and figures of the Asian sides at UAE 2024 Dubai.

IR Iran take bronze in style

Mon, 26 Feb, 2024

IR Iran take bronze in style

Dubai: Islamic Republic of Iran claimed third place in the FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup UAE 2024 Dubai with a 6-1 win over Belarus on Sunday.

Having suffered a heartbreaking 3-2 defeat to Brazil in the semi-finals on Saturday, Iran turned on the power against Belarus, having also finished third in the 2017 edition. 
 
Brazil, meanwhile, claimed the title for the sixth time with a 6-4 win over Italy in the final. 

IR Iran's title dream ended by Brazil

Sun, 25 Feb, 2024

IR Iran's title dream ended by Brazil

Dubai: Islamic Republic of Iran were denied a place in the FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup UAE 2024 Dubai final by a brilliant Brazilian comeback on Saturday.

The five-time world champions clawed their way back from 2-0 down to win 3-2 and break Iranian hearts.
 
Brazil will meet Italy in the final while Iran will aim for a third-place finish against Belarus on Sunday. 

IR Iran to face Brazil in semis

Fri, 23 Feb, 2024

IR Iran to face Brazil in semis

Dubai: Islamic Republic of Iran came from behind to defeat United Arab Emirates 2-1 to book their spot in the FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup UAE 2024 Dubai semi-finals on Thursday.

Japan, meanwhile, bowed out of the tournament after falling 8-4 to Brazil.

Japan surge into knockout stage, Oman bid farewell

Wed, 21 Feb, 2024

Japan surge into knockout stage, Oman bid farewell

Dubai: Japan fought back twice from two goals down to defeat Senegal 6-4 in an exciting Group C tie to book their spot in the FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup UAE 2024 Dubai quarter-finals on Tuesday.

Oman, however, bid farewell to the tournament after suffering a late 3-2 defeat to Portugal in their concluding Group D tie. 

IR Iran, UAE set up quarter-final clash

Tue, 20 Feb, 2024

IR Iran, UAE set up quarter-final clash

Dubai: Islamic Republic of Iran will face United Arab Emirates in the quarter-finals after both concluded their FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup UAE 2024 Dubai group campaigns with wins on Monday.

Iran came from behind to beat Tahiti 5-3 to finish top of Group B while UAE defeated Italy 3-1 on penalties after a goalless draw in their Group A tie. 
 
The hosts, however, finished second behind the European side on goal difference and will play Iran on Thursday. 

Oman back on track, Japan suffer setback

Sun, 18 Feb, 2024

Oman back on track, Japan suffer setback

Dubai: Oman revived their FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup UAE 2024 Dubai hopes with a 5-2 win over Mexico in Group D on Sunday.

Japan, however, suffered a 3-1 defeat to Belarus in Group C action.

UAE book historic knockout stage spot, IR Iran also through

Sun, 18 Feb, 2024

UAE book historic knockout stage spot, IR Iran also through

Dubai: Ali Mohammad was the hero as his goal in extra-time earned United Arab Emirates a 3-2 win over USA and a place in the knockout stage of the FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup for the first time.

Islamic Republic of Iran followed the hosts into the quarter-finals later on Saturday, defeating Argentina 6-3 to also qualify with a match to spare.

Japan hold off Colombia; Oman go down fighting against Brazil

Sat, 17 Feb, 2024

Japan hold off Colombia; Oman go down fighting against Brazil

Dubai: Wonder goals from Takuya Akaguma and Ozu Moreira helped Japan see off a courageous challenge from FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup debutants Colombia in their UAE 2024 Dubai Group C opener on Friday.

Oman, meanwhile, gave their best against Brazil before going down 5-3 against the five-time world champions. 

UAE enjoy dream start; IR Iran fight back to beat Spain

Fri, 16 Feb, 2024

UAE enjoy dream start; IR Iran fight back to beat Spain

Dubai: United Arab Emirates kicked off their FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup UAE 2024 Dubai Group A campaign with a 2-1 win over Egypt on Thursday.

Islamic Republic of Iran also got off to a victorious start, defeating Spain 3-1 on penalties after their opening Group B tie ended in a sensational 6-6 draw with the Central Asian side coming back from 5-2 down to snatch the win.

Preview - Asia's challengers at UAE 2024 Dubai

Wed, 14 Feb, 2024

Preview - Asia's challengers at UAE 2024 Dubai

Dubai: Asia will be represented by four teams at the FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup UAE 2024 Dubai.

The continent's best will have their eyes on the title, having impressed in previous editions of the global tournament.
 
Join the-AFC.com as we shine the spotlight on Asia's representatives.

Preview - Group D: Palestine v Kuwait; Oman v Kyrgyz Republic

Thu, 16 Mar, 2023

Preview - Group D: Palestine v Kuwait; Oman v Kyrgyz Republic

Pattaya: : Palestine, Kuwait, Oman and Kyrgyz Republic are all set for Group D action at the AFC Beach Soccer Asian Cup™ Thailand 2023 on Friday.

Palestine will meet Kuwait at the Jomtien Beach Arena in Pattaya while 2015 champions Oman will take on Kyrgyz Republic in the group's second match.