Vietnam go up against Japan in the Quarterfinals of the AFC Asian Cup on January 24. Both the Golden Dragons and the Samurai Blue haven’t been at their best but have still managed to get results. And so, we take a look at how the match can pan out when the two sides meet.
Four-time champions Japan edged past three-time champions Saudi Arabia 1-0 at the Al-Sharjah Stadium in Sharjah on Monday to set up a quarterfinal clash with AFF Suzuki Cup 2018 champions Vietnam.
Top two teams from each group and the four best third-placed sides in the group stage of the competition have made it to the knockouts out of which eight winning teams will compete further for the championship.
When and where will the Vietnam Vs Japan, AFC Asian Cup 2019, Quarter-final take place?
Quarter-final 1, Vietnam vs Japan, AFC Asian Cup 2019 match will start at 06:30 PM IST on January 24 at the Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Stadium, Dubai.
Which channel will telecast Vietnam Vs Japan, AFC Asian Cup 2019 match?
Vietnam vs Japan, AFC Asian Cup 2019 match will be broadcasted on Star Sports.
How to Watch the live streaming of the Vietnam Vs Japan, AFC Asian Cup 2019 online?
The live online streaming of Vietnam Vs Japan, 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.
Full Team squad:
VIETNAM: 4-4-2 [Predicted XI]
Goalkeepers: Tuan Manh
Defenders: Ngoc Hai, Tien Dung, Van Hau, Hong Duy
Midfielders: Xuan Truong, Huy Hung, Trong Hoang, Quang Hai
Forwards: Van Toan, Cong Phuong
JAPAN: 4-2-3-1 [Predicted XI]
Goalkeeper: Gonda
Defenders: Nagatomo, Yoshida, Tomiyasu, Sakai
Midfielders: Endo, Shibasaki, Haraguchi, Takumi, Doan
Striker: Muto