After a fine AFC Asian Cup™ 2019 campaign where he guided his nation to the knockout stages of the competition for the first time in 47 years, Chanathip Songkrasin will be keen to create more history with Thailand as the continental showpiece returns.

With just over two weeks to go for the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™, the-AFC.com caught up with former Korea Republic captain Koo Ja-cheol to get his thoughts on the continental showpiece. The AFC Asian Cup holds a special place in the heart of the midfielder, whose five goals earned him the Golden Boot at the 2011 edition of the tournament.

The eagerly awaited AFC Asian Cup 2023 is set to captivate football enthusiasts around the world as nations from across the Asian continent converge in Qatar to compete for glory. The tournament kicks off at the magnificent Lusail Stadium on January 12th, with host nation Qatar facing off against Lebanon, promising an exciting start to a month-long festival of football. The grand finale is scheduled to take place at the same venue on February 10th, marking the culmination of a thrilling journey for the participating teams.

Qatar Airways celebrated a significant milestone as it welcomed Iberia’s inaugural non-stop flight from Madrid, Spain, to Doha, Qatar. This new daily service strengthens the long-standing cooperation between IAG, the parent company of Iberia, and the Qatar Airways Group. With Iberia’s daily flights, there are now three daily flights connecting the Spanish and Qatari capital cities, complementing Qatar Airways’ existing two daily flights between Spain and Qatar and three daily flights between Barcelona and Doha.

Xiamen Airlines Successfully Launches a Maiden Flight from Beijing to Doha, the First China-Qatar Direct Flight by a Chinese Carrier

Borges will oversee day-to-day operations of InterContinental Doha Beach & Spa and InterContinental Doha Residences