Alberto Zaccheroni

AFC Asian Cup 2019: From Almoez Ali's spectacular crowning moment to flying footwear, key moments from tournament

Defining moments from the Asian Cup, which ended with Qatar's 3-1 victory over Japan late on Friday:

AFC Asian Cup 2019: United Arab Emirates coach Alberto Zaccheroni wary of 'outstanding' Qatar ahead of semi-final clash

United Arab Emirates coach Alberto Zaccheroni indulged in some mind games before the Asian Cup semi-finals, suggesting opponents Qatar were favourites to win.

AFC Asian Cup 2019: Qatar take on Gulf rivals United Arab Emirates in semi-final without supporters in attendance

The move highlights seething tensions between Qatar and UAE, one of a group of countries enforcing a diplomatic and transport blockade of the 2022 World Cup hosts for allegedly supporting terrorism

AFC Asian Cup 2019: How India got fit, fast and furious to make a real impression in the UAE

The aspect of India's game that has appealed to everyone has been their speed, energy and stamina that has seen them run tirelessly on the pitch.

AFC Asian Cup 2019: Unfortunate India served cold, harsh realities of the big stage in defeat against UAE

With a cold, harsh lesson learnt in the game against UAE, India should be more prepared to face another tough test in their final group game against Bahrain.

AFC Asian Cup 2019: Buoyant India look to catch hosts UAE in a tight spot with knockout stage berth in sight

India are looking to win two games in a single AFC Asian Cup campaign for the first time since 1964, and with the knockout berth in sight, the incentive would never be higher

World Cup 2014: Japan is not intimidated by any team, says Honda

Veteran coach Alberto Zaccheroni was hired to take Japan to the next level and, after what many supporters perceive as a favorable draw in a group with Ivory Coast, Greece and Colombia, expectations for the team progressing further than they did four years ago are high.