Thailand's Ishii eyeing attacking improvements; Saudi Arabia ready for knockout stage
Al Rayyan: Head coach Masatada Ishii believes there is room for improvement in the attacking game of his Thailand side heading into the AFC Asian...
Tarkovic hails Kyrgyz Republic's courage; Ivankovic rues missed Oman chances
Doha: Kyrgyz Republic bid farewell to the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ following a 1-1 draw with Oman in their final Group F tie on Thursday with head...
Goal-shy Socceroos to next face Indonesia in Asian Cup - as coach Graham Arnold insists his team is 'getting better' after slow start to the tournament in Qatar
Indonesia have been confirmed as the Socceroos' next opponent at the Asian Cup in the round of 16 - and coach Graham Arnold is confident his team...
Bahrain's Pizzi looking forward to Japan showdown
Doha: Bahrain head coach Juan Antonio Pizzi is relishing the prospect of a personal rematch with four-time champions Japan in the last 16 of the...
Kim proud of Malaysia; Klinsmann admits Korea Republic must improve
Al Wakrah: Kim Pan-gon applauded his Malaysian players for not giving up in their thrilling 3-3 draw with Korea Republic in their final AFC Asian...
Famous Ligue 1 coach slams Cristiano Ronaldo for outraging comparison with Saudi Arabia
After Cristiano Ronaldo belittled the level of Ligue 1, criticism towards the Portuguese star doesn't stop for choosing the Saudi Pro League.
...
Group F: Saudi Arabia, Thailand share points
Al Rayyan: Al Rayyan: Saudi Arabia and Thailand shared the spoils in a 0-0 draw in their final match of Group F of the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ at...
Group F: Stalemate eliminates Kyrgyz Republic, Oman
Doha: Kyrgyz Republic and Oman made their respective exits from the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ after playing to a 1-1 draw in their final Group F...
Round of 16 cast finalised
Doha: Indonesia were the final team to check into the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ Round of 16 following the conclusion of the group stage on Thursday.
Burgess's Australia to Face Baggott's Indonesia at Asian Cup
Cameron Burgess's Australia will face Elkan Baggott's Indonesia in the round of 16 at the AFC Asian Cup in Qatar.
Group E: Stalemate eliminates Kyrgyz Republic, Oman
Doha: Kyrgyz Republic and Oman made their respective exits from the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ after playing to a 1-1 draw in their final Group F...
How to watch AFC Asian Cup 2023 in the UK: Heung-min Son headline stars in Qatar knockout stages
The AFC Asian Cup has reached the knockout rounds and all eyes will be on the continent’s biggest stars as they compete for the title.
Qatar are...
Group E: Bahrain edge Jordan to finish top
Doha: Abdulla Yusuf hit the only goal of the game as Bahrain handed Jordan a 1-0 defeat at the Khalifa International Stadium on Thursday to take...
Group E: Malaysia fight back to hold Korea Republic
Al Wakrah: Malaysia scored deep into added time to hold Korea Republic 3-3 in their AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ Group E clash at the Al Janoub...
Celtic’s Asian Cup fears realised as incredible late drama means South Korea and Japan could go all the way to the final
A DRAMATIC late goal from Malaysia’s Romel Morales means South Korea and Japan will AVOID each other in the last 16 of the Asian Cup – despite...
AFC President meets Sri Lankan Minister of Sports and Youth Affairs
Doha: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) President Shaikh Salman bin Ebrahim Al Khalifa hosted a high-level meeting with His Excellency Harin...
AFC Technical Study Group at Qatar 2023
—- As the thrilling action unfolds at the world-class venues across the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™, a team of experts have been following every move...
England face possible 2026 World Cup nightmare scenario after Nations League debacle comes back to haunt Three Lions
ENGLAND’S Nations League debacle in 2022 could prove a major hurdle on the road to the next World Cup.
The expansion to 48 teams for the finals...
Moriyasu pleased with Japan's improved performance
Doha: Japan head coach Hajime Moriyasu commended his players for an improved performance in the 3-1 win over Indonesia in Group D of the AFC Asian...
Social Wrap: Milestone moments as #AsianCup2023 intensifies
Doha: The AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ is now into the final matchday of the group stage as several teams are still chasing a Round of 16 spot.
Casas: Iraq will take it one match at a time
Doha: Jesus Casas was delighted with Iraq’s come from behind 3-2 win over Vietnam in their AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ Group D tie on Wednesday as...
Sobering News: French Winemakers Go Teetotal
Orders for Coralie de Bouard's alcohol-free red wine have been gushing in since the Qatari owners of Paris Saint-Germain football club asked her to...
ASIAN CUP FINALS: Japan progress, Iraq maintain perfect record
DOHA: Ayase Ueda scored a goal in each half as Japan eased to a 3-1 win over Indonesia at Al Thumama Stadium as the four-times champions confirmed...
Celtic stars help Japan reach Asian Cup last 16 – and they could face huge knockout showdown with Hoops TEAMMATES
CELTIC stars Reo Hatate and Daizen Maeda were both involved as Japan recovered from a shock defeat to reach the Asian Cup last 16.
They beat...
Group D: Ueda steers Japan into Round of 16
Doha: Ayase Ueda scored a goal in each half as Japan eased to a 3-1 win over Indonesia at Al Thumama Stadium on Wednesday as the four-times...
Group D: Hussein double keeps Iraq perfect
Doha: Aymen Hussein came off the bench to score twice as Iraq defeated Vietnam 3-2 in Group D of the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ on Wednesday.
Group B: Ueda steers Japan into Round of 16
Doha: Ayase Ueda scored a goal in each half as Japan eased to a 3-1 win over Indonesia at Al Thumama Stadium on Wednesday as the four-times...
Baggott On As Sub as Indonesia Lose Final Group Match
Town centre-half Elkan Baggott won his 23rd full cap as a substitute as Indonesia were beaten 3-1 by Japan in their final group game at the AFC...
Preview - Group E: Korea Republic v Malaysia
Al Wakrah: Jurgen Klinsmann has warned his Korea Republic side that there can be complacency when they take on Malaysia in Group E of the AFC Asian...
Preview - Group E: Jordan v Bahrain
Al Rayyan: Hussein Ammouta has warned Jordan not to take Bahrain lightly when they meet in Group E of the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ at the Khalifa...
Preview - Group F: Saudi Arabia v Thailand
Al Rayyan: Head coach Roberto Mancini singled out right-back Saud Abdulhamid for praise ahead of Saudi Arabia’s final match of Group F of the AFC...
Preview - Group F: Kyrgyz Republic v Oman
Doha: Branko Ivankovic is hopeful that an Oman win over Kyrgyz Republic in Group F of the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ on Thursday will be enough to...
Bahrain's Marhoon, Jordan's Olwan prepared for thriller
Al Rayyan: Mohamed Marhoon is hoping Bahrain’s formula can see them overcome Jordan in their AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ Group E encounter at the...
Al Ghamdi honoured by Al Temyat comparisons, Thailand's Suphanan relishing Saudi Arabia challenge
Doha: Midfielder Faisal Al Ghamdi is dreaming of charting his own path, having been compared to Saudi Arabia legend Nawaf Al Temyat ahead of his...
Kyrgyz Republic's Sagynbaev, Oman's Al Rushaidi ready for showdown
Doha: Bekzhan Sagynbaev is confident Kyrgyz Republic will defeat Oman when they meet in their AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ Group F fixture at the...
Team spirit is Palestine's strength, says Al Battat
Doha: Team spirit paved the way for Palestine’s progress to the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ Round of 16, said midfielder Mu’sab Al Battat.
Qatar bid for Man United was nothing more than a “PR stunt” claims expert
Though it took over a year for the Glazer family to finally announce a preferred partner to take over the footballing side of the business at Man...
Malaysia's Cools excited to face Korea Republic; Jo optimistic
Al Wakrah: Despite Malaysia having already been eliminated, Dion Cools is excited at the prospect of facing Korea Republic in their final AFC Asian...
Asian Cup 2024 Final: Date, UK kick-off time, stadium and how to follow as Qatar aim to defend title with Japan, South Korea and Australia eyeing glory
Attentions are beginning to turn towards the 2024 Asian Cup final with the tournament close to reaching the knockout stages.
Qatar are aiming to...
Baggott on Bench For Indonesia's Final Group Game
Blues central defender Elkan Baggott has been named on the bench for Indonesia's final Asian Cup Group D game against Japan at the Al-Thumama...
Pep Guardiola: A look at the Man City’s manager’s net worth, salary and teams he’s coached
AFTER conquering the world of football as a player, Pip Guardiola is now smashing records and titles as a manager.
The talented manager now...
Uzbekistan on course to match the best, says Masharipov
Al Wakrah: Jaloliddin Masharipov is confident Uzbekistan can further establish themselves among Asia’s elite after picking up a 1-1 draw with...
IR Iran's Ghalenoei calls for patience, Costa pleased with UAE progress
Al Rayyan: Players, fans and the media should not get carried away after Islamic Republic of Iran finished Group C of the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™...
Group F - Kyrgyz Republic v Oman: Facts & Figures
Doha: Oman have to defeat Kyrgyz Republic if they are to stand a chance of advancing to the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ knockout stage.
Group F - Saudi Arabia v Thailand: Facts & Figures
Doha: It will be a battle for top spot when Saudi Arabia and Thailand face off in Group F of the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ on Thursday.
Qatar star scores Asian Cup ‘goal of the tournament’ with almost identical replica of Paul Scholes iconic Man Utd volley
FOOTBALL fans viewing the Asian Cup of Nations clash between Qatar and China were treated to a stunning goal which had striking similarities to a...
Sergeev injury tempers Uzbekistan's joy
Al Wakrah: Uzbekistan head coach Srecko Katanec will continue to look for solutions to his mounting concerns in attack after Igor Sergeev limped...
Cuper: A dream come true for Syria
Al Khor: Hector Cuper described Syria’s historic 1-0 victory over India in their AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ Group B tie on Tuesday as "a dream come...
Group E - Jordan v Bahrain: Facts & Figures
Doha: Jordan and Bahrain are set for a thriller when they face off in Group E of the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ on Thursday.
Group E - Korea Republic v Malaysia: Facts & Figures
Doha: Korea Republic can't afford to hold back when they play Malaysia in Group E of the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ on Thursday.
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Cristiano Ronaldo completed Man Utd transfer in my back garden – it was so surreal
GARY LINEKER has revealed he was part of one of football's most surprising transfers.
That's after Cristiano Ronaldo re-signed for Manchester...
Group C: UAE qualify despite defeat to IR Iran
Al Rayyan: A Mehdi Taremi double earned Islamic Republic of Iran a 2-1 win over the United Arab Emirates in Group C of the AFC Asian Cup Qatar...
Man Utd ‘told huge bid will be needed to complete transfer of 34-year-old Stoke flop targeted by Ten Hag’
MANCHESTER UNITED have been told that it will take a “huge bid” in order to sign Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting.
The Red Devils have been linked with...
Kieran Maguire makes 'huge' Qatar claim as Man United news confirmed
The Qatar takeover bid at Man United may have been a PR stunt after it was revealed that no proof of funding was provided by Sheikh Jassim. That is...
Group B: Uzbekistan fight back to book spot
Al Wakrah: Azizbek Turgenbov’s late header cancelled out Martin Boyle’s first half penalty to ensure Uzbekistan earned a 1-1 draw with Australia at...
Group B: Khrbin strike seals Syria historic berth
Al Khor: Omar Khrbin came off the bench to strike the winning goal as Syria defeated India 1-0 on Tuesday to advance to the AFC Asian Cup Qatar...
Australia pegged back by Uzbekistan but finish top of Asian Cup group
Martin Boyle converted controversial first-half penalty
But White Wolves were well worth their equaliser
In the end, Azizbek Turgunboev's...
Burgess's Australia Top Group
Australia secured top spot in Group B at the AFC Asian Cup in Qatar following a 1-1 draw with Uzbekistan this lunchtime with Town's Cameron Burgess...
Qatar's captain scores incredible volley from a corner at the Asian Cup - and fans immediately liken it to David Beckham setting up Paul Scholes for Manchester United
The 33-year-old showed amazing technique to latch onto a corner sent straight to the edge of the box - shifting his body position before letting...
Japan's Tomiyasu targets clean sheet; Egy aiming for big Indonesian performance
Doha: Takehiro Tomiyasu is calling for some Japanese steel as the four-time champions look to secure a place in the Round of 16 of the AFC Asian...
Preview - Group D: Iraq v Vietnam
Doha: Head coach Philippe Troussier believes his Vietnam side has shown a lot of improvement despite being eliminated from the group stage of the...
Resan sets bar high for Iraq; Bui Hoang wants Vietnam to sign off on positive note
Doha: Bashar Resan is confident Iraq will register their third consecutive win when they take on Vietnam in their AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ Group D...
David Beckham ‘ready to sign yet another former Lionel Messi team-mate’ with forgotten Prem ace handed transfer lifeline
INTER MIAMI are hoping to sign Philippe Coutinho, according to reports.
Owner David Beckham is trying to convince the 31-year-old that a move to...
Burgess: We're Here to Win Every Game
Blues centre-half Cameron Burgess will be hoping to add to his international caps when Australia take on Uzbekistan in their final group game at...
Al Haydos: Unity driving Maroons' title defence
Doha: Hassan Al Haydos believes the outpouring of joy from his teammates after his spectacular volleyed winner against China PR at Khalifa...
Toothless China on the verge of Asian Cup exit
China coach Aleksandar Jankovic said his team were still alive in the Asian Cup after finishing third in Group A and he was not worried about...
ASIAN CUP FINALS: History for new boys as Tajikistan reach KO stage
DOHA: Debutants Tajikistan produced a stirring comeback to prolong their journey at the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™, defeating Lebanon 2-1 to finish...
Asian Cup star scores 'Puskas contender' that sees him dubbed 'new Paul Scholes'
Qatar captain Hassan Al-Haydos scored the goal of the tournament with a tremendous volley against China that saw the forward compared to Man United...
China PR frustrate Jankovic; Qatar's understudies please Lopez
Doha: Aleksandar Jankovic was left frustrated by China PR’s failure to score for a third AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ Group A match in a row as a 1-0...
Segrt: Mental resilience took Tajikistan through
Doha: Head coach Petar Segrt applauded the mental resilience of his players after Tajikistan came from behind to defeat Lebanon 2-1 in their AFC...
Footy teams need proper punishments for racist fans – fines mean nothing but deducting points might shut bad apples up
WHEN it comes to virtue signalling, our football authorities – rainbow laces proudly on – sit atop the table.
Whether it's players taking the...
Group D - Japan v Indonesia: Facts & Figures
Doha: Japan and Indonesia face a winner-takes-all battle when they face off in Group D of the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ on Wednesday.
Group D - Iraq v Vietnam: Facts & Figures
Doha: Already qualified Iraq will be aiming to conclude their AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ Group D campaign with a perfect record when they meet...
Celtic’s Daizen Maeda Speaks from Japan Camp
Celtic currently have four players in Qatar at the Asian Cup. South Korean duo Yang and Oh have made one appearance between them whilst Reo Hatate...
Asian Cup roundup: Tajikistan reach last 16 with stoppage-time winner
Late strikes clinch dramatic turnaround against 10-man Lebanon
Tournament debutants qualify alongside hosts Qatar in Group A
Asian Cup debutants...
Group A: Qatar beat China PR to stay perfect
Doha: Hassan Al Haydos’ goal-of-the-tournament contender earned Qatar a 1-0 win over China PR in their final Group A clash of the AFC Asian Cup...
Group A: Tajikistan edge Lebanon to continue journey
Doha: Debutants Tajikistan produced a stirring comeback to prolong their journey at the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™, defeating Lebanon 2-1 on Monday...
Palestine players show Celtic support as Green Brigade welcomed into Asian Cup camp
The national team welcomed members of the Hoops ultras group into their training camp in Qatar
ASIAN CUP: Record digital totals already for finals in Qatar
DOHA/KUALA LUMPUR: The Asian Football Confederation says the current Asian Cup in Qatar has engaged with more fans than ever before after just 10...
Preview - Group B: Australia v Uzbekistan
Doha: Uzbekistan coach Srecko Katanec has ruled out Sherzod Nasrullaev from his side’s meeting with Australia in Group B of the AFC Asian Cup Qatar...
Preview - Group B: Syria v India
Doha: Igor Stimac is delighted to have a full-strength squad at his disposal for India’s do-or-die AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ Group B tie against...
Preview - Group C: Hong Kong, China v Palestine
Doha: Head coach Jorn Andersen wants Hong Kong, China to end their long wait for a win by defeating Palestine when the sides meet in Group C of the...
Preview - Group C: IR Iran v UAE
Doha: Head coach Paulo Bento highlighted intelligent play and humility as qualities his UAE side need if they are to get a result against Islamic...
Souttar relishing Al Janoub return; Xamrobekov rallies Uzbekistan
Al Wakrah: Defender Harry Souttar is relishing Australia’s return to the happy hunting ground of the Al Janoub Stadium on Tuesday when the...
Youssef, Chhetri eyeing for goal in Syria-India decider
Al Khor: Fahad Youssef and Sunil Chhetri are both looking to score Syria and India’s first goal respectively at the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™,...