After 36 matches, and no shortage of drama, the qualifiers for the AFC Asian Cup UAE 2019 knockout stage have been finalised. The line-up was confirmed on Thursday, when Oman and Vietnam claimed the Round of 16's two remaining places, setting the scene for what promises to be an unforgettable...
We showed we deserve to be here, says hat-trick hero Lux
Revelling in the hat-trick which powered his nation to the AFC Asian Cup UAE 2019 Round of 16, star Kyrgyz Republic striker Vitalij Lux said his side's performances in the competition are proof of their deserving place at the continent's top table. The 29-year-old striker was at his lethal best...
Azmoun: Better to be a champion than a top scorer
Islamic Republic of Iran hotshot Sardar Azmoun has shunned suggestions that he is on track to becoming the top scorer at the AFC Asian Cup UAE 2019, insisting instead that he will always put the aspirations of his team first. Azmoun scored twice against Vietnam on Saturday to take his...
Ahmedov aware of captain’s responsibility
Odil Ahmedov has admitted that he has extra responsibility as Uzbekistan’s captain as the White Wolves prepare to begin their AFC Asian Cup UAE 2019 campaign against Oman in Group F at Sharjah Stadium on Wednesday. Ahmedov took over the captaincy from Timur Kapadze in 2016 and will now lead...
Biggest-ever AFC Asian Cup opens with spectacular showpiece
The AFC Asian Cup UAE 2019 kicked off in style today with a grand opening ceremony at the Zayed Sports City Stadium in Abu Dhabi, the UAE capital. Against the backdrop of a packed stadium and hundreds of millions around the world, football fans were treated to a breathtaking live...