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Uzbekistan's footballers make Olympic history DW 05/01/2024

For the first time, Uzbekistan will compete in a team sport at the Olympics. [ more ]

BBC Sport

Jordan face hosts Qatar in Asian Cup final

Jordan aims to win their first Asian Cup title in the final against Qatar.

Qatar aims to be only the fifth nation to win back-to-back Asian Cup titles. [ more ]

BBC Sport

Ali fires Qatar past Iran and into Asian Cup final

Qatar advances to the final of the Asian Cup with a victory over Iran, thanks to a late goal from Almoez Ali.

Qatar will face Jordan in the final, aiming to win back-to-back Asian Cup titles. [ more ]

BBC Sport

Jordan stun South Korea to reach Asian Cup final

Jordan defeats South Korea to reach their first Asian Cup final

Mousa Tamari scores a brilliant curling strike to seal the victory for Jordan [ more ]

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Liverpool FC

Liverpool handed Wataru Endo boost after Japan knocked out of Asian Cup

Japan's surprise elimination from the Asian Cup means Wataru Endo will return to Liverpool for domestic action.

Endo has quickly become a fan favorite at Liverpool and has played 25 games for the club this season. [ more ]

BBC Sport

Heavyweights meet as outsiders seek Asian Cup progress

The Asian Cup quarter-finals feature heavyweight clashes between Australia and South Korea, and Iran and Japan.

Tajikistan, ranked 106th in the world, will face Jordan in the quarter-finals, with both teams aiming for their first-ever last-four spot. [ more ]

BBC Sport

Son asks South Korea fans to forgive team-mate Lee

Son Heung-min forgives teammate Lee Kang-in after altercation

Son played with a dislocated finger in Asian Cup due to altercation [ more ]

BBC Sport

'Sonny being Sonny' in South Korea incident

Ange Postecoglou praises Son Heung-min's leadership and high standards

Son confronts Lee Kang-in after dislocating finger [ more ]

Fox Sports

Spurs skipper injured in pre-Asian Cup semis brawl with teammate as Korea erupts over loss

Tottenham Hotspurs captain Son Heung-min injured his finger in a brawl with a teammate on the eve of South Korea's loss to Jordan.

The incident occurred during dinner when younger players rushed to play table tennis, upsetting Son and other older players.

Lee Kang-in apologized for the incident on social media and expressed his regret for disappointing fans. [ more ]

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Chelsea

Son Heung-min returning to Tottenham as South Korea eliminated from Asian Cup

Son Heung-min will return to Tottenham Hotspur after South Korea's surprising exit from the Asian Cup.

Spurs fans can expect to see Son back in action for the match against Wolverhampton Wanderers on February 10. [ more ]

BBC Sport

Son sends South Korea to Asian Cup semis

Son Heung-min's brilliant free-kick sends South Korea to Asian Cup semi-finals

Australia had looked set for victory before Son's equalizer [ more ]

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When is Son Heung-min back for Tottenham from 2023 Asian Cup?

Son Heung-min will captain South Korea at the 2023 Asian Cup

Son could miss six Tottenham games as a result [ more ]

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Qatar defends AFC Asian Cup in historic win against Jordan

Qatar successfully defended their Asian Cup crown by beating Jordan 3-1 in the final.

Akram Afif scored a hat-trick of penalties and was named player of the match and most valuable player of the tournament. [ more ]

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FC Barcelona

Jordan 2-0 South Korea (Feb 6, 2024) Game Analysis - ESPN

Jordan defeats South Korea 2-0 in Asian Cup semifinal

This is Jordan's first time reaching the final of the tournament [ more ]

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Iran vs Qatar: AFC Asian Cup 2023 semifinal preview

Qatar coach Tintin Marquez Lopez believes facing Iran will be their toughest test in the Asian Cup defense.

Qatar had limited time to prepare for the semifinal after their quarterfinal victory against Uzbekistan. [ more ]

BBC Sport

Qatar beat Uzbekistan in shootout to set up Iran semi

Qatar beats Uzbekistan in a penalty shootout to reach the Asian Cup semi-finals

Qatar will face Iran in the semi-finals, while South Korea will play Jordan in the other semi-final [ more ]

Soccer News

Asian Cup: Iran and Qatar complete semi-final line up - Soccer News

Alireza Jahanbakhsh's last-minute penalty gave Iran a 2-1 win over Japan in the Asian Cup quarter-finals.

Iran will face Qatar in the semi-finals, while South Korea will play against Jordan. [ more ]

euronews

What could be the biggest football stories of 2024?

The 2024 football calendar will be filled with excitement and significant moments, including international tournaments and record-breaking transfers.

Qatar will host the 2022 Asian Cup and is expected to go far in the competition, having recruited younger players who bring new energy to the team. [ more ]

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Revealed! EVERY Premier League player set to leave for AFCON and the Asian Cup

The Africa Cup of Nations and Asian Cup are scheduled to take place in the middle of the Premier League season in 2024.

Premier League clubs will have dozens of players absent for the tournaments, causing frustration for managers.

Some of the Premier League clubs most affected by player absences include Arsenal, Aston Villa, Brighton, Chelsea, and Liverpool. [ more ]

Fox Sports

Football news 2024: AFCON, Asian Cup, Premier League players, when is it, who is missing, Mohamed Salah, Son Heung-Min, every squad

40 Premier League players called up for national teams in the Africa Cup of Nations and Asian Cup.

Clubs like Liverpool and Tottenham will lose key players like Mohamed Salah and Son Heung-Min respectively. [ more ]

BBC Sport

Which Premier League players are at Afcon & Asian Cup?

Premier League clubs will be without key players during the Africa Cup of Nations and Asian Cup tournaments in January.

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp and Tottenham manager Ange Postecoglou acknowledge the importance of these tournaments for players from Africa and Asia. [ more ]

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Aussie's 13-month nightmare finally over; star's 'dream' goal as Souttar still in exile: Roo Radar

The Socceroos are focusing on World Cup qualification following the Asian Cup.

Some players, like Mat Ryan and Joe Gauci, secured major transfers during the January transfer window. [ more ]

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Premier League and beyond: 10 things to look out for this weekend

South Korea's Lee Kang-in is emerging as a key player for his national team in the Asian Cup.

Arsenal needs to improve their form in the Premier League title race. [ more ]

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5 months ago

Why Takehiro Tomiyasu may not play for Arsenal again until February

Takehiro Tomiyasu may not play for Arsenal again until February due to a calf injury.

Tomiyasu's probable involvement in Japan's Asian Cup campaign could further delay his return to the team. [ more ]

BBC Sport

South Korea sack Klinsmann after a year in charge

Jurgen Klinsmann has been sacked as head coach of South Korea after just 12 months in the role.

South Korea's star-studded side failed to show any real creative spark during the recent Asian Cup. [ more ]

ESPN.com

Korean FA recommends sacking Jurgen Klinsmann

KFA advisory committee recommends sacking head coach Jurgen Klinsmann after Asian Cup exit.

Criticism of Klinsmann's leadership, demeanour, and lack of time spent in South Korea. [ more ]

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Football fever grips Jordan before historic AFC Asian Cup 2023 final

Jordanian fans are excited about their country's success in the Asian Cup and are scrambling for flights to Qatar.

Football fever has gripped Jordan, with fans celebrating in the streets and showing newfound interest in the game. [ more ]

BBC Sport

Where South Korea's Asian Cup exit leaves Son & Klinsmann

South Korea loses 2-0 to Jordan in Asian Cup semi-final

Klinsmann addresses resignation rumors [ more ]

BBC Sport

South Korea reach Asian Cup quarter-finals

South Korea advances to the quarter-finals of the Asian Cup after winning in a penalty shootout against Saudi Arabia.

Cho Gue-sung scores a dramatic injury time equalizer to keep South Korea in the game. [ more ]

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Lionel Messi and the World Cup have left Qatar with a richer sports legacy

Qatar's hosting of the World Cup and Asian Cup has raised questions about the lasting sporting legacy of these events.

The passion for soccer in Qatar is evident through the high attendance at games during the Asian Cup. [ more ]

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Chelsea

Predicting the Socceroos' 2026 World Cup squad

Australia coach Graham Arnold aimed for success in both the Asian Cup and the upcoming World Cup, but their campaign ended in the quarterfinals.

The Socceroos had a strong defensive record but struggled to create chances and relied on their underdog status to perform well. [ more ]

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Chelsea

Premier League and beyond: 10 things to look out for this weekend

TV companies often disregard the interests of match-going fans

The Asian Cup is starting in Qatar with some changes to the stadiums [ more ]

BBC Sport

Iraq stun Japan to seal Asian Cup knockout spot

Iraq stun Japan with Aymen Hussein's double

Japan faces knockout stage uncertainty [ more ]

BBC Sport

FA Cup reaction and latest transfer news

Nottingham Forest, Norwich City, and Everton progress in the FA Cup replays

Latest news and reaction from the Africa Cup Of Nations and Asian Cup [ more ]

BBC Sport

Everton and Forest plus Fifa Best Awards reaction

Alleged financial breaches by Everton and Nottingham Forest in the Premier League

Coverage of FA Cup replays, the Africa Cup of Nations and Asian Cup, and the Fifa Best Awards [ more ]

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Hosts Qatar thrill fans with winning start at the AFC Asian Cup 2023

Qatar begin their Asian Cup title defence with a 3-0 win over Lebanon

The opening match of the AFC Asian Cup 2023 was held at Lusail Stadium in Qatar [ more ]

BBC Sport

Will Japan win a fifth Asian Cup? - all you need to know

The Asian Cup will take place in Qatar from 12 January to 10 February, causing English and Scottish club sides to be without key players for up to six weeks.

The competition was originally awarded to China for 2023, but due to Covid-19 restrictions, Qatar was awarded the right to host it instead. [ more ]

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AFC Asian Cup 2023: Qatar abuzz with football fever ahead of opening match

Football shirts dominate shopfronts

Tourists flock to Souq Waqif ahead of Qatar's Asian Cup opener [ more ]

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AFC Asian Cup 2023: Will India, the sleeping giant' of football, wake up?

India's football team has historically been labeled as the sleeping giant of football.

India's performance in international football has been lacklustre in recent years. [ more ]

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Qatar at AFC Asian Cup 2023: Hosts, defending champions but not favourites

Qatar goes into the opening match of the Asian Cup as defending champions but with a turbulent year on and off the pitch.

Qatar's preparations for the tournament have been questioned due to heavy losses against higher-ranked teams and the sacking of their previous coach, Carlos Queiroz. [ more ]

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Bayern Munich

Bayern Munich CB Kim Min-jae pips Son Heung-min for Korean Football Player of the Year 2023

Kim Min-jae named Korean Football Player of the Year 2023

Kim Min-jae's performances for Bayern Munich have been exceptional [ more ]

BBC Sport

De Zerbi surprised at Mitoma's Asian Cup call-up

Brighton manager Roberto de Zerbi is surprised by injured winger Kaoru Mitoma's call-up for the Asian Cup.

Mitoma is expected to be out for up to six weeks, but was included in Japan's final squad. [ more ]

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Arsenal

Arsenal star has been offered to Serie A club with a January move possible

Japanese defender Takehiro Tomiyasu is reportedly heading towards the exit door at Arsenal, with Napoli interested in signing him.

Arsenal will only consider selling Tomiyasu if they receive a good offer and find a proper replacement.

Tomiyasu's availability in the next two months depends on how far Japan progresses in the Asian Cup. [ more ]

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