Vietnam failed to defeat Iraq in their first match, but they still can be optimistic for their next matches and maybe also for their next Asian Cups.
Vietnam's Hope for the Future
A Clockwork Khoukhi
The Asian Cup will be a great test for Qatar before the 2022 World Cup. One of the players that will try to lead the team in the tournament will be Boualem Khoukhi, the player that turned down call-ups from Algeria in order to represent Qatar.
Iran is too big for Yemen
It was an expected show of Iran against Yemen, but for both of the teams it was much more than that.
A Levantine Groove dazzles the Asian Cup
Jordan, Syria and Palestine made the second day of the Asian Cup interesting. The Levantine teams were never exciting like they are today.
The Philippines, from Minnows to the Asian Cup debut
In 15 years, The Philippines turned from minnows to one of the teams that will participate in the Asian Cup. With players that were found in Football Manager and an experienced coach, the Azkals dream of making history.