The squads of Japan and Vietnam are determined to have a stellar appearance in the AFC Cup Qatar 2023 when they play at Al-Thumama Stadium Sunday within Group D that includes Iraq and Indonesia.
The Japanese team have completed preparations for the tournament after defeating Jordan in the friendly match and appear to be the runner-up in the latest edition.
The team strive to win the title for fifth time in AFC Cup Qatar 2023 as they did not lose in the latest 10 matches in all contests after recording 5 goals in all matches.
The team record abounds with successes, especially after they had achieved impressive triumphs in the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 when they defeated Germany and Spain in Group stage.
Therefore, the team seek to have a powerful start by facing their Japanese counterpart to attain the quarter finals repeating the victory they made in 2007 edition.
The Vietnamese team prepare to compete in these contests after losing to Kyrgyz team 2-1 last Tuesday in a friendly match held in Doha ahead of the tournament. (QNA)
