South Asia

Japan on top of the group, a dramatic win for Oman

Japan on top of the group, a dramatic win for Oman

Japan defeated Uzbekistan and qualified from the first place to the next round. A dramatic goal by Oman in the 94th minute brought them to the round of 16.

Iran v Iraq: The Middle Eastern Clásico

Iran v Iraq: The Middle Eastern Clásico

Everything was ready for the Clásico of Middle Eastern football between Iran and Iraq. Even though the game was goalless and there was more than one clash between the players, it was one of the best matches of the tournament.

Son Heung-Min leads South Korea to the next stage

Son Heung-Min leads South Korea to the next stage

South Korea defeated China and finished at the top of Group C. Now they can concentrate on their mission, winning their first continental trophy since 1960, as Son Heung-Min joined them right on time.

Palestine sits on the Knockouts' wall

Palestine sits on the Knockouts' wall

In a last minute twist, Syria ended their Asian Cup journey, while Palestine finished in third place in Group B. Yet, Palestine didn’t qualify yet to the next stage.