Uzbekistan is currently leading in the Group F of the 2019 Asian Cup and faces Japan in their final group game knowing a point will secure top spot. But that would mean facing Australia in the round of 16 hence the fixture is turning out to be one involving a lot of distraction. If you are searching for the online streaming or telecast details, then you can find the relevant information here.

In an ideal scenario both sides will love to avoid playing the mighty Aussies, but as they say, if you want to be a champion, you have to beat the best be it any stage. Both sides are going to make changes to their starting eleven giving their squad players an opportunity to shine.

Yoshinori Muto is yet to start a game for Japan in UAE and is contention for a place in the playing eleven against the Uzbeks. The Newcastle United man has a lot of potentials and the Japanese will want him to be on top of his game whenever called upon. AFC Asian Cup 2019 Schedule in PDF: Download Asia Cup Football Full Timetable in IST With Fixtures, Matches, Team and Venue Details.

Genki Haraguchi whose penalty against Japan got the Blue Samurai all three points is an exciting prospect for Japan. His build-up play from the wide positions has been a hallmark of the team’s attack so far. Japan boss Hajime Moriyasu will want his side to show their technical superiority when on the pitch as they have looked a bit clumsy so far.

Uzbekistan has been good so far, and their 4-0 drubbing of Turkmenistan was the highlight of their showing so far in UAE. Eldor Shomurodov has three goals to his name so far in the tournament, and the attacker is in flying form. AFC Asian Cup 2019 Points Table: Latest Group-Wise Team Standings of 17th Edition of Men’s Football Championship Tournament of Asia.

Javokhir Sidikov is another dynamic player who has done well in the No. 10 role and is a vital member of the squad. The team will need to shore up its defence though especially against a fast-paced Japanese team who move the ball quickly.

It is highly likely both sides will cancel each other out which means there would be no Australia Japan game in the round of 16, something the neutrals want to see.

 

When is Japan vs Uzbekistan, AFC Asian Cup 2019 Football Match? Know the Date, Time and Venue Details

The second event on January 17, i.e. Thursday, will be between Japan facing off against Uzbekistan. The match is scheduled to start at 7.00 PM (IST) and will be played at Sheikh Khalifa International Stadium in Al Ain, United Arab Emirates.

Where to Watch the Live Telecast of Japan vs Uzbekistan, AFC Asian Cup 2019 Football Match?

Star Sports Network is the official broadcaster of AFC Asian Cup 2019 in India. The fans can see the match on Star Sports' channels. For the people in south-east Asia and Australia, they can view it on Fox Sports Network channels.

How to Watch the Free Live Streaming Online and Football Score Updates of Japan vs Uzbekistan, AFC Asian Cup 2019 Football Match?

As Star Sports Network is the official broadcaster of 2019 AFC Asian Cup in India, the fans can also watch the match via Star Sports' live streaming service, i.e. Hotstar.

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