Doha, Feb 7 (Ians) The final of the AFC Asian Cup 2023 is poised to be a spectacle of football prowess and determination as Qatar secured their spot following a thrilling 3-2 victory against the Iran in their semi-final clash on Wednesday. The stage is now set for an epic battle as Qatar prepares to face Jordan, who earned their place with a stunning 2-0 triumph over Korea Republic in their semi-final encounter.
Team Melli made a spectacular start with Sardar Azmoun’s early goal in the fourth minute, showcasing their intent to dominate the game. However, Qatar quickly responded, leveling the score in the seventeenth minute with Jassem Gaber’s deflected shot.
As the match progressed, Iran continued to assert control with Qatar relying on counter-attacks to create opportunities. Akram Afif and his teammates displayed resilience and determination, constantly challenging Iran’s defense. Afif’s crucial goal just before halftime in...
Team Melli made a spectacular start with Sardar Azmoun’s early goal in the fourth minute, showcasing their intent to dominate the game. However, Qatar quickly responded, leveling the score in the seventeenth minute with Jassem Gaber’s deflected shot.
As the match progressed, Iran continued to assert control with Qatar relying on counter-attacks to create opportunities. Akram Afif and his teammates displayed resilience and determination, constantly challenging Iran’s defense. Afif’s crucial goal just before halftime in...
- 2/7/2024
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Qatar, popularly called Al Annabi, will make their World Cup debut in the opening match against Ecuador at 7pm on November 20 at Al Bayt Stadium, which is about 30 km from Doha.
Qatar will play Senegal in their second match of the World Cup on November 25 and meet Netherlands four days later.
Spanish coach Felix Sanchez’s 26-man squad does not include Abdelrahman Mustafa.
The Qatar squad: Akram Afif, Boualem Khoukhi, Pedro Miguel, Saad Al Sheeb, Hassan Al Haidos (captain), Tariq Salman, Abdul Karim Hassan, Ali Asad, Muhammad Waad, Mishaal Barshim, Musab Khader, Salem Al Hajri, Mustafa Tariq Mishaal, Ismail Muhammad, Bassam Al-Rawi, Asim Madbo, Karim Boudiaf, Al-Moez Ali, Muhammad Muntari, Ahmed Alaa, Hammam Al-Amin, Youssef Hassan, Abdulaziz Hatem, Nayef Al-Hadrami, Khaled Munir and Jassem Jaber.
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Qatar will play Senegal in their second match of the World Cup on November 25 and meet Netherlands four days later.
Spanish coach Felix Sanchez’s 26-man squad does not include Abdelrahman Mustafa.
The Qatar squad: Akram Afif, Boualem Khoukhi, Pedro Miguel, Saad Al Sheeb, Hassan Al Haidos (captain), Tariq Salman, Abdul Karim Hassan, Ali Asad, Muhammad Waad, Mishaal Barshim, Musab Khader, Salem Al Hajri, Mustafa Tariq Mishaal, Ismail Muhammad, Bassam Al-Rawi, Asim Madbo, Karim Boudiaf, Al-Moez Ali, Muhammad Muntari, Ahmed Alaa, Hammam Al-Amin, Youssef Hassan, Abdulaziz Hatem, Nayef Al-Hadrami, Khaled Munir and Jassem Jaber.
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- 11/13/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Rio de Janeiro, Nov 8 (Ians) What is a seemingly innocuous World Cup opening phase for the Netherlands promises to be one of trials and tribulations for Senegal, Ecuador and hosts Qatar. While the Oranje are tipped by many to breeze through their first three fixtures, much less is expected of their Group A rivals.
Senegal have not progressed to the knockout rounds since 2002. Ecuador last did it in 2006. Qatar have never done so as they make their first World Cup appearance. The Netherlands will be determined to reassert themselves on football’s biggest stage after their absence from the 2018 tournament in Russia.
Here is a Xinhua’s breakdown of the four teams in Group A, which kicks off on November 20 when Qatar and Ecuador meet in Al Khor.
The Netherlands
Having failed to qualify for the 2016 European Championship and the 2018 World Cup, the Netherlands are back among Europe’s elite.
Senegal have not progressed to the knockout rounds since 2002. Ecuador last did it in 2006. Qatar have never done so as they make their first World Cup appearance. The Netherlands will be determined to reassert themselves on football’s biggest stage after their absence from the 2018 tournament in Russia.
Here is a Xinhua’s breakdown of the four teams in Group A, which kicks off on November 20 when Qatar and Ecuador meet in Al Khor.
The Netherlands
Having failed to qualify for the 2016 European Championship and the 2018 World Cup, the Netherlands are back among Europe’s elite.
- 11/8/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Doha, June 2 (Ians) Despite a far-from-ideal preparation, the Sunil Chhetri-led Indian football team begins its bid to qualify for the 2023 Asian Cup with a match against Asian champions Qatar on Thursday. Although it is a combined qualification tournament, combining the 2022 World Cup, India are out of contention for the game's biggest tournament.
India's other qualification matches are against Bangladesh on June 7 and Afghanistan on June 15.
There is a huge different in both the quality and rankings of the two teams. While Qatar are ranked 58th, India are 105th.
However, Indian players will draw inspiration from the last time they clashed with Qatar, in a World Cup qualifying match in 2019, at the same venue in Doha. It was a goalless draw, but the Indian team, minus an ailing Chhetri, put up a brave fight and won many hearts. It is considered one of the best results in India's recent football history.
India's other qualification matches are against Bangladesh on June 7 and Afghanistan on June 15.
There is a huge different in both the quality and rankings of the two teams. While Qatar are ranked 58th, India are 105th.
However, Indian players will draw inspiration from the last time they clashed with Qatar, in a World Cup qualifying match in 2019, at the same venue in Doha. It was a goalless draw, but the Indian team, minus an ailing Chhetri, put up a brave fight and won many hearts. It is considered one of the best results in India's recent football history.
- 6/2/2021
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
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