Gulf heavy-weights Iraq and underdogs Vietnam commence their respective campaigns in the AFC Asian Cup 2019 in Abu Dhabi. Vietnam and Iraq are paired alongside Iran and Yemen in Group D of the competition.
For the first time ever, twenty-four nations will compete in the pan-Asian competition instead of the usual sixteen. As such two additional groups have been added and the two best teams from each group and the four best third-placed teams will progress in the tournament.
Today, that is on January 8, it’s the Group D’s second match creating a great hesitation of who is going to take the lead. Iraq is going to play off with Vietnam to claim the next step of the AFC Asian Cup. The match is to be played in Zayed Sports City Stadium, Abu Dhabi.
Both teams have a number of young stars in their ranks, with the likes of Nguyen Quang Hai for Vietnam, Mohanad Ali for Iraq, holding the key for their sides.
The Golden Dragons made a few surprising changes to their squad that won the Suzuki Cup in December, opting to omit Nguyen Anh Duc, while defender Tran Dinh Trong was also ruled out of the competition earlier. However, they still remain a side capable of making it through to the knockout rounds.
For Iraq, on the other hand, the onus will be on the likes of Hussein Ali and Mohanad to spark their run.
When and where will the Iraq Vs Vietnam, AFC Asian Cup 2019 take place?
Iraq vs Vietnam, AFC Asian Cup 2019 Group D match will start at 07:00 PM IST on January 8 at Zayed Sports City Stadium in Abu Dhabi.
Which channel will telecast Iraq Vs Vietnam, AFC Asian Cup 2019 match?
Iraq vs Vietnam, AFC Asian Cup 2019 match will be broadcasted on Star Sports.
How to Watch the live streaming of the Iraq Vs Vietnam, AFC Asian Cup 2019 online?
The live online streaming of Iraq Vs Vietnam AFC, Asian Cup 2019 will be available in India on Hotstar web with the subscription, while the game can be streamed for free on mobile app of Hotstar.
Iraq (Expected lineup): 4-2-3-1
Goalkeeper: Jalal Hassan
Defenders: Frans Dhia Putro, Ahmad Ibrahim, Ali Faez, Ali Adnan
Midfielders: Safaa Hadi, Osama Rashid, Ahmed Yasin, Bashar Resan, Hussein Ali
Forwards: Mohanad Ali
Vietnam (Expected lineup): 3-4-3
Goalkeeper: Dang Van Lam
Defenders: Que Ngoc Hai, Bui Tien Dung, Do Duy Manh
Midfielders: Nguyen Huy Hung, Doan Van Hau, Nguyen Trong Hoang, Do Hung Dung
Forwards: Nguyen Quang Hai, Nguyen Cong Phuong, Phan Van Duc
