Recent news surrounding the AFC Asian Cup has highlighted key moments in the tournament, such as Qatar's successful title defense in 2023, defeating Jordan in the final with Akram Afif's hat-trick of penalties. South Korea's journey to the semi-finals, marked by dramatic victories including a win over Australia in extra time, and goalkeeper Jo Hyeon-woo's crucial saves in a penalty shootout against Saudi Arabia, have also been notable. Additionally, Son Heung-min's injury during a table tennis dispute before a crucial match for South Korea and his subsequent recognition as the best footballer in Asia for 2023 have garnered attention.
The AFC Asian Cup is the premier international football competition in Asia, organized by the Asian Football Confederation (AFC). Established in 1956, it is the continent's equivalent of the UEFA European Championship or the Copa America. The tournament features national teams from across Asia competing for the title of continental champion. Held every four years, the Asian Cup has grown in stature and popularity over the years, showcasing the talent and passion for football in the region. The competition provides a platform for Asian teams to compete at the highest level and has seen memorable moments and performances from players and nations across the continent.
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Fran Kirby, 30, is Chelsea’s all-time top scorer in women’s football and said: ‘It has been one of the biggest privileges of my life’
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Even with the top continental ranking and players of vast international experience Hajime Moriyasu’s Japan squad faces a journey into the unknown in back-to-back World Cup qualifiers against North Korea
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Hwang Sun-hong appointed as interim coach for South Korea's World Cup qualifiers after Jurgen Klinsmann's sacking.
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Son Heung-min injured his finger in a dispute over table tennis with younger teammates the evening before South Korea's Asian Cup semi-final defeat.
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Qatar retains the AFC Asian Cup title with a 3-1 victory over Jordan, with Akram Afif scoring all three goals from penalties.
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Qatar defeats Iran in the semi-finals of the AFC Asian Cup, setting up a final match against Jordan.
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South Korea has secured a place in the semi-finals of the AFC Asian Cup 2023 with a series of late, dramatic victories, including a 2-1 win over Australia in extra time.
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South Korea goalkeeper Jo Hyeon-woo makes crucial saves in penalty shootout to secure victory over Saudi Arabia.
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Tom Hollander received a million-pound box-office bonus intended for Tom Holland.
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Qatar defeated Palestine 2-1 to advance to the quarterfinals of the Asian Cup 2023.
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Son Heung-min has beaten fellow South Korean Kim Min-jae and superstar Cristiano Ronaldo to the title of best footballer in Asia for 2023.
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