Fayzullaev sets focus on showdown with Socceroos

Al Rayyan: Abbosbek Fayzullaev wants Uzbekistan to forget about Thursday’s AFC Asian Cup Qatar™ 2023 win over India and shift their focus to their...
THE-AFC.COM Jan 19

Qataris bristle over Man Utd claims of failed bid

The Qatar-based bid for Manchester United has defended itself from public criticism. Read more on Tribal Football
TRIBALFOOTBALL.COM Jan 19

Jordan Henderson quitting Saudi soccer doesn’t surprise me — I sat in empty stadiums in 40C heat and was bored to tears

DRENCHED with sweat, Jordan Henderson looked utterly exhausted as he trudged to the touchline to grab yet another swig from a water bottle. The...
THE SCOTTISH SUN Jan 18

Jordan Henderson quitting Saudi soccer doesn't surprise me — I sat in empty stadiums in 40C heat and was bored to tears

DRENCHED with sweat, Jordan Henderson looked utterly exhausted as he trudged to the touchline to grab yet another swig from a water bottle. The...
THE SUN Jan 18

Arnold applauds Australia's solid defence

Doha: Graham Arnold praised his defence as Australia booked their place in the last 16 of the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ with a 1-0 win over Syria...
THE-AFC.COM Jan 18

Group C: Palestine 1-1 UAE

Al Wakrah: Ten-man United Arab Emirates held on to earn a 1-1 draw against Palestine in Group C of the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ at Al Janoub...
THE-AFC.COM Jan 18

Morning Mail: Netanyahu rejects any two-state plan, 3.39am finish in tennis, weed highways

Want to get this in your inbox every weekday? Sign up for the Morning Mail here, and finish your day with our Afternoon Update newsletter Morning...
THE GUARDIAN Jan 18

Fuming Qataris say they DID meet Man United's £4.5bn asking price and show proof of funds after report claimed they did not - and insist that they offered MORE for club than Sir Jim Ratcliffe

Those behind the Qatar-based bid for Manchester United say they DID meet the asking price AND provided proof of funds.
DAILY MAIL ONLINE Jan 18

After grinding to Syria win, how steep is Australia's Asian Cup task?

Australia have secured qualification to the Round of 16 of the Asian Cup following their 1-0 win over Syria, but questions will be asked if they...
ESPN Jan 18

REVEALED: Unanswered questions led to Man Utd choosing Ratcliffe over Sheikh Jassim

Qatari businessman Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad Al Thani was very close to buying Manchester United. Read more on Tribal Football
TRIBALFOOTBALL.COM Jan 18

Group B: India 0-3 Uzbekistan

Al Rayyan: Uzbekistan boosted their AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ knockout stage hopes after a 3-0 win over India in Group B on Thursday.
THE-AFC.COM Jan 18

French police raid finance ministry over PSG’s Neymar transfer

Judges investigating tax avoidance in 2017 transfer deal with Qatari-owned club and links with Macron’s government
THETIMES.CO.UK Jan 18

What Manchester United documents mean for Sheikh Jassim's Tottenham chance

The Qatari banker reportedly failed to provide certain pieces of information during the takeover race for Manchester United, which may put off...
FOOTBALL LONDON Jan 18

United: Qatari bid never showed proof of funds

Sheikh Jassim failed to provide proof of funding during negotiations to buy Manchester United, according to documents the club submitted to the SEC.
ESPN Jan 18

'Messi's World Cup: The Rise of a Legend': Apple TV+ releases new trailer for series on Argentina's victory in Qatar.... featuring interviews with Enzo Fernandez and Emiliano Martinez

Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernandez, Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez and Atletico Madrid midfielder Rodrigo De Paul all feature in the...
DAILY MAIL ONLINE Jan 18

French authorities investigate alleged Neymar PSG transfer tax scandal

Several high-profile French politicians allegedly plotted to avoid paying Qatar €88 million in tax over footballer Neymar Jr's transfer to football...
EURONEWS Jan 18

Australia into last 16 of Asian Cup after Jackson Irvine goal edges Syria

Socceroos likely to top Group B after 1-0 victory in Qatar But Graham Arnold's side have much room for improvement Given the success that he's...
THE GUARDIAN Jan 18

Group B: Syria 0-1 Australia

Doha: Jackson Irvine scored the only goal as Australia ground out a 1-0 victory over Syria at Jassim bin Hamad Stadium in Group B on Thursday to...
THE-AFC.COM Jan 18

Burgess Helps Australia Into Round of 16

Cameron Burgess helped Australia reach the round of 16 of the AFC Asian Cup following a 1-0 victory over Syria at the Jassim bin Hamad Stadium in...
TWTD.CO.UK Jan 18

Qatari's United bid failed to show proof of funds

Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad Al Thani and his team repeatedly failed to provide proof of funding during their negotiations to buy Manchester United.
ESPN Jan 18

Vietnam's Filip wary of Indonesia; Amat calls for improvements

Doha: Friday’s AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ Group D clash between Vietnam and Indonesia will be Nguyen Filip’s first taste of a Southeast Asian derby...
THE-AFC.COM Jan 18

Itakura determined to collect second win; Bayesh urges fortitude

Al Rayyan: Kou Itakura believes Japan have what it takes to overcome Iraq in their AFC Asian Cup Qatar™ Group D tie at the Education City Stadium...
THE-AFC.COM Jan 18

Taremi focused on team goals, Helio warns of IR Iran pace

Doha: Islamic Republic of Iran forward Mehdi Taremi is more focused on collective objectives than getting on the scoresheet, ahead of his team’s...
THE-AFC.COM Jan 18

Preview - Group D: Iraq v Japan

Doha: Iraq head coach Jesus Casas is fully aware of the formidable challenge awaiting his team when they play Japan in Group D of the AFC Asian Cup...
THE-AFC.COM Jan 18

Preview - Group D: Vietnam v Indonesia

Doha: Shin Tae-yong will not be looking at the past when Indonesia take on Vietnam in Group D of the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ on Friday.
THE-AFC.COM Jan 18

Preview - Group C: Hong Kong, China v IR Iran

Doha: Head coach Amir Ghalenoei is expecting more of his Islamic Republic of Iran players when they take on Hong Kong, China in their second match...
THE-AFC.COM Jan 18

Paper Talk: Qatar bid exposed

Jay Motty & Adam Ashton for Transfers LIVE with the latest on potential January incomings and was the Qatar Takeover bid genuine after all? Video...
STRETTYNEWS.COM Jan 18

“Best trainer I’ve ever had” – Alderweireld picks out top choice, and it’s not from Tottenham

Toby Alderweireld has spent majority of his club career at Tottenham Hotspur between 2015 and 2021. The defender left Spurs for Qatari side...
SPORT WITNESS Jan 18

Supachai: Expect more from Thailand

Doha: Supachai Chaided believes Thailand’s 2-0 win over Kyrgyz Republic in Group F of the AFC Asian Cup Qatar™ 2023 is just the start of better...
THE-AFC.COM Jan 18

Group D - Vietnam v Indonesia: Facts & Figures

Doha: There will be no margin for error for either team when Vietnam face Southeast Asian rivals Indonesia in Group D of the AFC Asian Cup Qatar...
THE-AFC.COM Jan 18

Group D - Iraq v Japan: Facts & Figures

Doha: A win for either Iraq or Japan will likely confirm their AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ knockout stage spot when the two square off in Group D on...
THE-AFC.COM Jan 18

Group C - Hong Kong, China v IR Iran: Facts & Figures

Doha: Islamic Republic of Iran could move within touching distance of the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ knockout stage with a win over Hong Kong, China...
THE-AFC.COM Jan 18

First-ever AFC eAsian Cup promises thrilling clashes

Doha: Asia’s premier efootball talents are poised to converge in Doha, Qatar, when the inaugural AFC eAsian Cup 2023 unfolds from February 1 to 5,...
THE-AFC.COM Jan 18

REVEALED: The reason the Glazers refused to sell Man United to Sheikh Jassim, despite receiving FIVE separate bids from the Qataris

Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad al-Thani never proved he had sufficient proof he could find his bid to buy Manchester United, according to documents...
DAILY MAIL ONLINE Jan 18

Burgess Hoping to Win Cap as Socceroos Face Syria

Blues centre-half Cameron Burgess will be hoping to win his fifth full international cap when Australia take on Syria in their second Group B game...
TWTD.CO.UK Jan 18

Man Utd documents show how close Sheikh Jassim was to buying club from Glazers outright

Sheikh Jassim went up against Sir Jim Ratcliffe to try and buy Manchester United from the Glazer family, but the Qatari banker came up short and...
MIRROR Jan 18

Asian Cup 2023: Fixtures, results, schedule, groups and how to watch tournament in UK

The continent best face off over four weeks in Qatar
EVENING STANDARD Jan 18

As Qatar rise and rise as continental giants, China continue to stagnate at the Asian Cup

As Qatar became the first team through to the knockout round of the 2023 AFC Asian Cup, China continued their gradual fall from grace.
ESPN Jan 18

Radulovic, Jankovic content with shared points

Doha: Miodrag Radulovic chose to focus on the positives after Lebanon played to a goalless draw with China PR in their AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™...
THE-AFC.COM Jan 18

Lopez: Resilience took Qatar through

Al Khor: Marquez Lopez was proud that defending champions Qatar became the first team to seal their place in the knockout stage of the AFC Asian...
THE-AFC.COM Jan 18

Shocking new details emerge of Sheikh Jassim's failed bid to purchase United - report

Qatari royal Sheikh Jassim Bin Hamad Al-Thani’s bid to complete a full… The post Shocking new details emerge of Qatar’s failed takeover bid for...
THEPEOPLESPERSON.COM Jan 18

Sheikh Jassim’s bid team demand ‘corrective statement’ following Manchester United’s SEC Filing

Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad al-Thani’s bidding team for Manchester United are now seeking a “corrective statement” from the club’s SEC Filing. The SEC...
STRETTYNEWS.COM Jan 17

Qatar failed to provide financial guarantees to buy Manchester United

The Qatari bidder for Manchester United, Sheikh Jassim, was unable to prove he had sufficient finance to be able to do a deal. In filing submitted...
STRETTYNEWS.COM Jan 17

The truth behind Sheikh Jassim's failed Man Utd takeover bid

The Manchester United takeover bid fronted by Qatari banker Sheikh Jassim never provided proof of funds over the course of several proposals, an...
90MIN.COM Jan 17

Manchester United's Qatari bidder failed to provide financial guarantees

Sheikh Jassim did not respond to requests for proof of finance Jim Ratcliffe gave United Christmas Day deadline to accept offer The Qatari bidder...
THE GUARDIAN Jan 17

Controversial Qatari bid for Manchester United failed to provide financial guarantees

Sir Jim Ratcliffe bought a minority stake in Manchester United
THE INDEPENDENT Jan 17

ASIAN CUP FINALS: Afif on target again as hosts Qatar lead way into knockout stage

DOHA: Qatar became the first team to book a place in the AFC Asian Cup knockout stage after a 1-0 win against Tajikistan in a Group A encounter at...
KEIRRADNEDGE.COM Jan 17

Group A: Tajikistan 0-1 Qatar

Al Khor: Qatar became the first team to book a place in the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ knockout stage after a 1-0 win against Tajikistan in a Group...
THE-AFC.COM Jan 17

Xavi on his job security: ‘If our objectives aren't met, I'll go home'

Photo by GIUSEPPE CACACE/AFP via Getty ImagesThe coach knows he needs to win a title to keep his job, and he's comfortable with that scenario Xavi...
BARCABLAUGRANES.COM Jan 17

Preview - Group B: India v Uzbekistan

Al Rayyan: Srecko Katanec wants his Uzbekistan side to not hold back when they play India in Group B of the AFC Asian Cup Qatar™ 2023 at the Ahmad...
THE-AFC.COM Jan 17

Preview - Group C: Palestine v UAE

Doha: Palestine’s physical and direct approach will pose a challenge to the United Arab Emirates when the two teams face off in Group C of the AFC...
THE-AFC.COM Jan 17

Group A: Lebanon 0-0 China PR

Doha: Lebanon and China PR settled for a 0-0 draw in their AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ Group A match at the Al Thumama Stadium on Wednesday. 
THE-AFC.COM Jan 17

Australia's Behich has eyes on title; Syria's Ousou unfazed by pressure

Doha: Veteran Australian defender Aziz Behich has set his sights on repeating the Socceroos’ 2015 heroics and claim the continental title for his...
THE-AFC.COM Jan 17

Palestine's Battat relishing UAE clash, Salmin urges focus

Doha: Palestine captain Musab Battat believes his side has what it takes to compete with the United Arab Emirates in what he has billed as a...
THE-AFC.COM Jan 17

India's Amrinder issues rallying cry; Shukurov confident of Uzbekistan victory

Al Rayyan: Amrinder Singh wants India to produce their best when they face Uzbekistan in Group B of the AFC Asian Cup Qatar™ 2023 at the Ahmad Bin...
THE-AFC.COM Jan 17

Preview - Group B: Syria v Australia

Doha: Syria head coach Hector Cuper has denied he will take a defensive approach into his team’s Group B clash with Australia on Thursday as the...
THE-AFC.COM Jan 17

Norwegian FA president urges Fifa to publish report on Qatar World Cup

Lise Klaveness concerned by lack of transparency ‘It's one year after the World Cup, it should come now' The football executive who has sought to...
THE GUARDIAN Jan 17

Khabib Nurmagomedov comments on MMA future after Zlatan Ibrahimovic starts UFC 300 comeback rumour

MMA legend Khabib Nurmagomedov has confirmed he will not be making a comeback at UFC 300. The former lightweight champion walked away from the...
TALKSPORT Jan 17

Group B - Syria v Australia: Facts & Figures

Doha: Australia will target a second successive win when they face Syria in Group B of the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ on Thursday. 
THE-AFC.COM Jan 17

Group B - India v Uzbekistan: Facts & Figures

Doha: India and Uzbekistan will both be seeking wins when they face off in Group B of the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ on Thursday.
THE-AFC.COM Jan 17

Group C - Palestine v UAE: Facts & Figures

Doha: Palestine will have to be at their best when they meet United Arab Emirates in Group C of the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ on Thursday.
THE-AFC.COM Jan 17

Matchday Two: 5 things to look out for

Doha: The opening round of fixtures at the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ did not disappoint and the continental competition now moves swiftly onto...
THE-AFC.COM Jan 17

Mancini credits substitutes for Saudi win, Ivankovic hails Oman fighting spirit

Doha: Head coach Roberto Mancini credited his substitute players with Saudi Arabia’s 2-1 come from behind win over Oman in their opening AFC Asian...
THE-AFC.COM Jan 17

Flashback: Syria and Australia's clash for the ages

Doha: When Australia and Syria meet on Matchday Two of the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ on Thursday, memories will come flooding back to when the pair...
THE-AFC.COM Jan 17

Potent Thailand delight Ishii

Doha: Masatada Ishii praised his attack-minded players after Thailand registered an impressive 2-0 win over Kyrgyz Republic in their AFC Asian Cup...
THE-AFC.COM Jan 17

Son hoping to make return to Qatar "a special event"

Doha: Qatar already holds a special place in the career of Son Heung-min, and the Korea Republic captain has his sights set on making more history...
THE-AFC.COM Jan 17

Mancini credits substitutes for Saudi win, Brankovic hails Oman fighting spirit

Doha: Head coach Roberto Mancini credited his substitute players with Saudi Arabia’s 2-1 come from behind win over Oman in their opening AFC Asian...
THE-AFC.COM Jan 17

Social Wrap: #AsianCup2023 kicks off in style

Doha: The AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ got off to a fantastic start with an eye-catching opening ceremony at the iconic Lusail Stadium on Friday.
THE-AFC.COM Jan 17

Fans light up Qatar 2023

Doha: Matchday One of the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ witnessed thrilling action, sensational goals and heartbreak and cheering on the players from...
THE-AFC.COM Jan 17

Matchday One in Numbers

Doha: The AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ is now well and truly underway with all 24 participating nations having played a match each in the group stage...
THE-AFC.COM Jan 17

AFC ASIAN CUP: Saudi Arabia leave it late to snatch victory over Oman

DOHA: Goals from Abdulrahman Ghareeb and Ali Al Bulayhi earned Saudi Arabia a dramatic 2-1 comeback victory over Oman in Group F of the AFC Asian...
KEIRRADNEDGE.COM Jan 16

Asian Cup roundup: Saudi Arabia recover to beat Oman with late winner

Ali al-Bulayhi scores injury-time goal in Qatar Thailand beat Kyrgystan 2-0 in other Group F game Saudi Arabia came from behind to beat Oman 2-1...
THE GUARDIAN Jan 16

Saudi Arabia claim another epic win in Qatar -- this time even crazier than their upset over Argentina

Over a year on from their stunning World Cup upset of Argentina, Saudi Arabia have returned to Qatar to produce an even more remarkable comeback.
ESPN Jan 16

Group F: Saudi Arabia 2-1 Oman

Doha: Goals from Abdulrahman Ghareeb and Ali Al Bulayhi earned Saudi Arabia a dramatic 2-1 comeback victory over Oman in Group F of the AFC Asian...
THE-AFC.COM Jan 16

The Lane Opinion- Three Players Tottenham should track at the Asian Cup

The AFC Asian Cup will be a fine place for the Spurs scouts to recruit talents from Japan, Qatar and South Korea The AFC Asian Cup is progressing...
TOTHELANEANDBACK.COM Jan 16

Walid Regragui warns Morocco there are no easy matches ahead of Tanzania opener

The Atlas Lions made it all the way to the last four in Qatar.
NEWSCHAINONLINE.COM Jan 16

Group F: Thailand 2-0 Kyrgyz Republic

Doha: Supachai Chaided struck twice as Thailand defeated Kyrgyz Republic 2-0 in their opening AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ Group F tie on Tuesday. 
THE-AFC.COM Jan 16

Whisper it quietly but Marcus Rashford’s Dream Team returns are heading in the right direction

IT wasn’t that long ago Marcus Rashford (£3.9m) was among the world’s most in-form players. The 26-year-old shined for England at the 2022 World...
THE SUN Jan 16

Wu Lei confident of China PR's chances; Jradi expects Lebanon to bounce back

Doha: Wu Lei believes teamwork will propel China PR past Lebanon when they meet in Group A of the AFC Asian Cup Qatar™ 2023 Group A at the Al...
THE-AFC.COM Jan 16

Preview - Group A: Lebanon v China PR

Doha: Head coach Miodrag Radulovic admitted that it was the grandeur of the atmosphere at the majestic Lusail Stadium that distracted Lebanon in...
THE-AFC.COM Jan 16

Yatimov and Barsham focused on studying threats as Qatar face Tajikistan

Al Khor: Both goalkeepers have been keeping an eye on the opposition strikers’ techniques ahead of the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ Group A encounter...
THE-AFC.COM Jan 16

Preview - Group A: Tajikistan v Qatar

Al Khor: Qatar know a win against Tajikistan in Group A of the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ on Wednesday could potentially take them through to the...
THE-AFC.COM Jan 16

Group A - Lebanon v China PR: Facts & Figures

Doha: Lebanon and China PR will both be seeking wins when they face off in Group A of the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ on Wednesday.
THE-AFC.COM Jan 16

Group A - Tajikistan v Qatar: Facts & Figures

Doha: Qatar will look to consolidate their grip on the top spot when they meet Tajikistan in Group A of the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ on Wednesday.
THE-AFC.COM Jan 16
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