The legacy of hosting global sports continues after the World Cup, and Qatar, once again, has proven itself a fantastic location to hold world-class tournaments. The AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ is all set to take place in Qatar and will see Asia’s top 24 nations eyeing one of the most prestigious titles in Asian football.
The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) and the Local Organising Committee (LOC) have teamed up to give fans an unforgettable experience. Let's take a look at the different aspects of the tournament
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The AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ is all set to take place from 12 January - 10 February 2024.
Many different elements make up the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ logo.
A total of 24 teams qualified for the tournament.
The final draw for the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ took place on 11 May 2023 at the Katara Opera House.
GROUP A
GROUP B
GROUP C
GROUP D
GROUP E
GROUP F
Hosts Qatar will face Lebanon on 12 January 2024 at 7 pm, Qatar time, at Lusail Stadium. Lusail Stadium will host opening and final matches of AFC Asian Cup 2023™.
The tickets for the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ are available to purchase through the official ticketing website - http://asiancup2023.qa. Spectators can book seats for any of the 51 matches that will take place in Qatar between 12 January and 10 February 2024.
Prices for group stage match tickets start at QR 25.
All prices are in Qatar Riyals.
On 7 January 2024, AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ launched the official platform for ticket resale. To learn the step-by-step process on how to release your tickets on the official website, click here.
Here are some top players you need to watch out for in the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™, as fans are expecting some stellar performances from them in this tournament. We've curated a list for you!
Got tickets to the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ matches but wondering how to get to the stadiums? Here's the complete guide on how you can reach the stadiums to attend the matches.
For a safe tournament experience, certain prohibited items in the stadiums have been listed that matchgoers must comply with. As per the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ ticketing terms and conditions, all ticket holders are subject to security screening before entering.
Here are the prohibited items at the stadiums for the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™.
The official match ball is named VORTEXAC23, and it represents the host nation Qatar with maroon and white as the colours of choice. The ball features the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ emblem at the centre and is also inspired by the colours and shapes used in the emblem. The design of VORTEXAC23 was created by AFC’s Official Global Supporter of National Team Competitions, Kelme.
VORTEXAC23+ has been revealed as the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ Final official match ball. Its gold colour takes inspiration from the desert sands of Qatar, which combines elegantly with the nation’s traditional maroon colour. The contrast reflects the competitive spirit and the gold depicts the glory of competing for the AFC Asian Cup™ title. VORTEXAC23+ was designed by the AFC’s Official Global Supporter of National Team Competitions, Kelme.
The much-anticipated mascots for the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™️ were revealed on 1 December 2023.
The mascots, Saboog, Tmbki, Freha, Zkriti, and Traeneh, belong to a family of 5 jerboas, a rodent found in the deserts of Qatar. They are the brainchild of Qatari artist Ahmed Al Maadheed. He created a set of characters resembling a traditional Qatari household that pays tribute to all 4 corners of the country. Here is a little bit about each mascot:
"Hadaf", which translates to "goal" in English was released on 1 January 2024 as the the official song of AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™.
The song is produced by Katara Studios, written by Heba Hamada and sung by Qatari singer Fahad Al Hajjaji & Kuwaiti singer Humood Al Khudher.
Can't make it to the stadiums to watch the matches? You can enjoy live match screenings of the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ along with other festivities within the fan zones!
A range of events and festivities like parades, fireworks shows, fan zone experiences, traditional & bubble shows, and more are all set to take place at different locations in Doha for the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™! Take part in them and have a great time!
Several accessibility features have been put in place to ensure a barrier-free user experience for disabled fans throughout the tournament.
Stadiums are equipped with accessible entrances and seating for wheelchair users and fans with limited mobility, sensory rooms for fans with sensory access requirements, and audio descriptive commentary services for blind and partially sighted fans will also be available.
Fans with sensory needs are able to be part of the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ excitement in a safe and comfortable environment. The tournament’s Local Organising Committee (LOC) has set up sensory rooms at three stadiums: Al Bayt, Lusail and Education City. The spaces allow fans to watch matches in a quieter space, equipped with assistive technology and managed by expert staff.
The AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ stadiums are tobacco and smoke-free. Designated smoking areas will be allocated in open areas outside the stadiums.
For the first time, women match officials will make their debut at AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™.
Yoshimi Yamashita from Japan officiated the India vs Australia match in Qatar on 13 January 2024, becoming the first woman to do so in the history of the tournament. For the match, she had the support of Japanese assistant referees Makoto Bozono and Naomi Teshirogi.
The other women include referee Jacewicz Katherine Margaret from Australia and assistant referee Kim Kyoung Min from South Korea.
Match officials at the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ will be able to enhance their decision-making process with the Semi-Automated Offside Technology (SAOT) system, which will be implemented at all 51 matches of the tournament.
This marks the first time that SAOT will be in place at an AFC competition and makes the AFC the first Confederation in world football to apply the system at the Continental Men's national team level.
Want to buy a jersey to support your team at the matches? You can get your hands on them from these official merchandise stores in Qatar. Check them out and get your hands on jerseys, accessories, soft toys and more!
Now you can get plates featuring the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ logo installed for your vehicles in Qatar!
It is installed in accordance with the following guidelines:
Please contact the Ministry of Interior's Traffic Department directly if you would like to get it installed.
The AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ makes history, breaking the tournament’s historic attendance record of 1,068,587 during the knockout stage match between Qatar and Palestine.
The 18th edition of the championship hosted by Qatar has seen massive fans from across Asia make their way to Qatar’s stadiums to support their team from the stands.
The AFC eAsian Cup 2023 is taking place in Doha until 5 February 2024. This is the Asian Football Confederation (AFC)’s first-ever esports event that showcases 19 teams from the AFC’s Member Associations who are currently participating in the ongoing AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™.
Divided into four groups of three teams and two groups of four, each team comprises two main players and one substitute and will participate in highly competitive 12-minute matches in a 2v2 format. The matches will be played on Konami’s eFootball 2024 and will see the participants use PS5 consoles as they aim to go down in history as the winners of the first-ever AFC eAsian Cup.
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Planning to witness the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™? Here are all your queries answered: AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ queries (FAQs).
The Local Organising Committee for AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023 is headed by H.E. Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa bin Ahmed Al Thani as Chairman, and Mr. Jassim Rashid Al Buenain as Vice-Chairman. Mr. Mansoor Mohammed Al-Ansari is a member of the Local Organising Committee and the Managing Director of the tournament.
The other members of the Local Organising Committee are:
Fans with match tickets can enjoy complimentary rides on all Doha Metro lines on the specified match days. During the tournament, match ticket holders can collect a free Day Pass by presenting their ticket for the day (or any future matches) at Doha Metro and Lusail Tram stations. Fans can enjoy convenient travel to stadiums and other key destinations with the Day Pass.
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