Yemen and Iraq meet for the first time in an AFC Asian Cup 2019 tournament with both sides coming into the game in contrasting fortunes. While Iraq did well to register a comeback win against Vietnam which included a 90th-minute winner, Yemen were destroyed 5-0 by Iraq. If you are searching for the online streaming or live telecast details of Yemen vs Iraq, AFC Asian Cup 2019 match, then you can find the information here.
Playing for the first time in a major tournament it looked like the grand stage got the better of the Yemen boys. A new day brings in a new challenge, and Yemen can seek to correct their form against Iraq. The Lions of Mesopotamia will not take them lightly because football is known for throwing in surprising results. AFC Asian Cup 2019 Points Table: Latest Group-Wise Team Standings of 17th Edition of Men’s Football Championship Tournament of Asia.
Iraq has Mohanad Ali Kadhim in fine form with the striker bagging four goals in his last six international games including the one against Vietnam. In a tournament like this, every goal you score brings in confidence and Kadhim will be hoping he can keep his goalscoring run going.
Ali Adnan became a hero back home with a 90th-minute free-kick that won the game for Iraq. The full-back had a decent outing too in addition to his goal and supplied some excellent crosses from the wide. Coach Srecko Katanec will likely field an attacking side despite the perils of conceding goals almost coming back to the haunt them against Vietnam. AFC Asian Cup 2019 Schedule in PDF: Download Asia Cup Football Full Timetable in IST With Fixtures, Matches, Team and Venue Details.
Yemen boss Jan Kocian has dwelled on the individual mistakes that cost his team the game against Iran but is looking forward to Iraq. Having a relatively inexperienced squad does make life difficult for a top-flight coach, but with games coming in thick and fast, there is hardly any time to get disheartened about a loss.
Abdulwasea Al-Ansari is a lively player up front, and Yemen fans will be praying for him to find the back of the net. Defender Mohammed Fuaad Omar and Mohammed Boqshan are two names that have represented Yemen in quite a few games. They will be entrusted to stop the Iraqi strikers.
Iraq should get through the Yemen test with ease, but it is a learning curve for their opposition who will only get better in coming tournaments. You can find the live telecast and online streaming details here.
When is Yemen vs Iraq, AFC Asian Cup 2019 Football Match? Know the Date, Time and Venue Details
The 20th game will see Yemen squaring off against Iraq in the second match on January 12, i.e. Saturday. The competition will begin at 7.30 PM (IST) and it will be played at Al-Sharjah Stadium in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.
Where to Watch the Live Telecast of Yemen vs Iraq, AFC Asian Cup 2019 Football Match?
The viewers will able to watch the live match action of Yemen vs Iraq on Star Sports Network channels. The viewers in the south-east Asian regions and Australia can watch the live match telecast on Fox Sports Network.
How to Watch the Free Live Streaming Online and Football Score Updates of Yemen vs Iraq, AFC Asian Cup 2019 Football Match?
As Star Sports Network holds the official broadcasting rights of the AFC Asian Cup 2019 in India, the viewers can catch the live action through Star Sports' live streaming service, i.e. Hotstar.
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