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Qatar claim 2019 AFC Asian Cup

Qatar became the champions of the 2019 Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Asian Cup, after beating Japan 3-1 in the final match which took place in the United Arab Emirates on February 1.
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Hanoi (VNA) – Qatar became the champions of the 2019 Asian FootballConfederation (AFC) Asian Cup, after beating Japan 3-1 in the final match which took place in the United Arab Emirates onFebruary 1.
Japan conceded two goals in the first half, but they dominated the match in the second half. Their successive attacks helped them pull back a goal, narrowing the deficit. However, Qatar's counterattack earned the side a penalty which was turned into a goal, thwarting Japan's hope.

Qatarreached the final after crushing the host UAE 4-0 in the second semi-final onJanuary 29, while Japan defeated the tournament’s favourites Iran 3-0 oneday earlier.
Vietnam's odyssey at the continental tourney thrilled the hearts of millions of fans back home, and won praises from both fans and commentators, although they lost 0-1 to Japan the first quarterfinalmatch on January 24

According to Fox Sports Asia football editorGabriel Tan, the Vietnamese team concluded their journey at the Asian Cup withglory and pride.

They have proven that they belong to Asia’s biggeststage, he said, adding that such players as Nguyen Quang Hai, Nguyen CongPhuong and Doan Van Hau could possibly be good enough to play in Europe in afew years’ time. However, they can be the kings of Southeast Asia at present.-VNA
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