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Iraq depth key to crucial victory over Oman, says Casas

Wed, 20 Nov, 2024

Iraq depth key to crucial victory over Oman, says Casas

Muscat: Iraq’s AFC Asian Qualifiers™ – Road to 26 campaign is back on track following a 1-0 win over Oman on Tuesday, with head coach Jesus Casas praising his team's improved performance.

Youssef Amyn’s first half strike moved Iraq to 11 points,three behind Group B leaders Korea Republic and two ahead of third-placed Jordan, having only claimed one point from their previous two matches. 

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Group B: Oman 0-1 Iraq

Wed, 20 Nov, 2024

Group B: Oman 0-1 Iraq

Muscat: Iraq returned to winning ways after edging Oman 1-0 in their AFC Asian Qualifiers™ - Road to 26 Group B tie on Tuesday.

Youssef Amyn’s first half strike was enough to seal victory for Iraq, who moved to 11 points - three behind Group B leaders Korea Republic.

Preview - Group B: Oman v Iraq

Wed, 20 Nov, 2024

Preview - Group B: Oman v Iraq

Muscat: Oman and Iraq will be equally desperate for a win when they meet in their AFC Asian Qualifiers™ - Road to 26 Group B clash on Tuesday.

Oman are fourth in the standings after their 1-0 win over Palestine on Matchday Five - two adrift of Iraq who settled for a goalless draw against Jordan.

Oman’s Jabar wants more after success against Palestine

Sat, 16 Nov, 2024

Oman’s Jabar wants more after success against Palestine

Muscat: Head coach Rasheed Jabar has challenged his Oman team to build on the momentum gained from Thursday’s 1-0 win over Palestine to boost their FIFA World Cup 2026 dreams.

The hard-fought victory in their AFC Asian Qualifiers™ – Road to 26 Group B match came courtesy of Muhsen Al Ghassani’s opportunistic winner in the 83rd minute with Jabar hoping that this will serve as a confidence booster for Oman in their remaining matches.

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Group B: Oman 1-0 Palestine

Fri, 15 Nov, 2024

Group B: Oman 1-0 Palestine

Muscat: Oman overcame stiff resistance from Palestine before registering a 1-0 win in their AFC Asian Qualifiers™ - Road to 26 Group B tie on Thursday.

The win revived Oman's campaign, with the West Asian side moving up to six points while Palestine remained on two.

Preview - Group B: Oman v Palestine

Fri, 15 Nov, 2024

Preview - Group B: Oman v Palestine

Muscat: Oman will be desperate to reignite their AFC Asian Qualifiers™ - Road to 26 Group B campaign when they entertain Palestine at the Sultan Qaboos Sport Complex on Thursday.

Head coach Rashid Jaber’s side find themselves in a precarious position, sitting fourth in the group with three points after a challenging start.

West Asia Wrap: Riyadh derby ends in stalemate; Al Duhail in six-star show

Mon, 04 Nov, 2024

West Asia Wrap: Riyadh derby ends in stalemate; Al Duhail in six-star show

Riyadh: Al Hilal SFC came from behind to force a 1-1 draw with Al Nassr Club in the Saudi Pro League as their lead was reduced to one point.

Al Duhail SC cruised to a 6-2 win over Al Shamal while there were also matches in Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Oman, Syria and the United Arab Emirates.

The-AFC.com takes a look at how the past week's domestic action unfolded across West Asia.

Group C: Al Seeb turn on the power to stay perfect

Sat, 02 Nov, 2024

Group C: Al Seeb turn on the power to stay perfect

Muscat: Oman's Al Seeb completed their AFC Challenge League™ 2024/25 Group C campaign on a perfect note after a 3-0 win against Palestine's Hilal Alquds at the Al Seeb Stadium on Friday.

Al Seeb finished with three wins while Hilal Alquds waved farewell with two points in the bag.

Al Seeb will play Kuwait's Al Arabi SC in the West Zone quarter-finals while Turkmenistan's FC Arkadag and India's East Bengal will square off.