Day 8 [AFC Asian Cup 2019] - Date, Time, & Live Updates

[Tehranto]

The fair play in this game is amazing. Shake hands kick out for any slight knock.. arab brothers. Yet yemen syria iraq saudi all play us like its the world cup final every time. This is why we always have to be at our best

You wouldn't believe how many times this Arab commentator has said AL Arabiya vs. Al Arabiyaa

[Surenas]

You wouldn't believe how many times this Arab commentator has said AL Arabiya vs. Al Arabiyaa

The commentator of our game actually liked Iran, everytime we scored Allahhhhhh haha, he even said Ya Sardar!

[Tehranto]

The commentator of our game actually liked Iran, everytime we scored Allahhhhhh haha, he even said Ya Sardar!

In this situation (against this opponent), they will cheer for Iran.

[Surenas]

Yes, cause we were eating the pork-eaters of Vietnam

Pork is a big haram.

It was the big Haramico

Al Ajam Al Irani vs Al Khinzir Sharqi

[persiangodfather]

You wouldn't believe how many times this Arab commentator has said AL Arabiya vs. Al Arabiyaa

Did you wake up at 6 AM today ?
I was up watched the game went to the gym just got home had noon o paneer and now ready for work. Going to be a good day for me. Ac milan play later so do the leafs and cowboys all my favourite teams in 1 day

[Philosophy_King]

Terrible thing to say. And can you please stop these overzealous reactions you have.

Be a true Philosopher King - be wise. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Philosopher_king

Bro relax it was more like a joke, since yemenise start to foul alot.

And i have read Platos Republic and his concept of Philosopher King/Kings, which has striking similarities to
Zartoshts notion of Khashtra Vairiya. I choose this name as a reference to Chosrau Anushiravan by the way.

And what is wise? Is Platons Idealism wise or Machiavellis pragmatism ( which indeed has also place for envy )

[teammelli91]

Iraq has gave up since they’re up 2-0.

My prediction for the clásico is that Iraq’s fitness will cost them. Iran’s fitness is up there with Japan, South Korea and Australia.

[Philosophy_King]

Iraq has gave up since they’re up 2-0.

My prediction for the clásico is that Iraq’s fitness will cost them. Iran’s fitness is up there with Japan, South Korea and Australia.

I am not sure yet, if they just want to rest energy for the classico.

[Surenas]

Iraq has gave up since they’re up 2-0.

My prediction for the clásico is that Iraq’s fitness will cost them. Iran’s fitness is up there with Japan, South Korea and Australia.

Iraq will park one bus and one T-72 for sure.

[teammelli91]

Iraq gave up after 35 minutes. They fell to the ground after the first half as if the match had ended.

This will cost them. Team Melli’s fitness has played a significant role in Team Melli’s many victories and successes under Carlos.


That being said, we shouldn’t forget that Iraq has quality players in Ali Mohanad, Bashar, Tariq, Yaseen, and Serie A’s Ali Adnan who has been a leader for them after the renewal of their last generation.

So we have to be careful on setpieces and crosses. Morteza and Majid are very comfortable in the air, as is Pejman. Not sure how comfortable Kanaani is compared to the others but I trust him. We just need to be prepared as they have quality players who can inflict damage even while fatigued.

[Philosophy_King]

Iraq gave up after 35 minutes. They fell to the ground after the first half as if the match had ended.

This will cost them. Team Melli’s fitness has played a significant role in Team Melli’s many victories and successes under Carlos.


That being said, we shouldn’t forget that Iraq has quality players in Ali Mohanad, Bashar, Tariq, Yaseen, and Serie A’s Ali Adnan who has been a leader for them after the renewal of their last generation.

So we have to be careful on setpieces and crosses. Morteza and Majid are very comfortable in the air, as is Pejman. Not sure how comfortable Kanaani is compared to the others but I trust him. We just need to be prepared as they have quality players who can inflict damage even while fatigued.

Iraqs game drop off since Hamam was picked out. He is crucial for them.

[TM4LIFE]

I’m not 100% sure about this but I think Kanaani is a pretty quick CB, i saw him run down that Vietnamese forward today and he looked fast. He would be useful against Iraq since they have fast strikers. The downside however is his positioning, which is inferior to Hosseini’s. Majid also has way better chemistry with PAG, less mixups between the two.

[teammelli91]

Iraqs game drop off since Hamam was picked out. He is crucial for them.

Thats true, but their whole team is struggling fitness wise and it’s not a good sign for them.

Tariq and Bashar are key players for them. Both have better fitness which shows. I’m not saying this only because they play in a better league as opposed to their other players, but it is a reason.

Tariq and Bashat play with more confidence, better stamina and are physically fit to compete in Asian competitions. They play for Persepolis and Esteghlal who have a better fitness staff. These players are able to hold the ball and let their other teammates rest a little. But ultimately their fitness will cost them.

[TM4LIFE]

Poor Yemeni’s. Country suffering from a famine and a cholera epidemic, aside from all of the conflict. Just getting trashed at this football tournament that promised them a bit of joy. Hope they can get a goal against Vietnam at least.

[NFL]

does anyone know what the rules are regarding yellow cards? will they be cleared after the group stage or do they carry over?