2024 is off to a flying start, with many leagues resuming action. Meanwhile, on the international front, the latest iteration of the AFC Asian Cup is set to get underway this January with 24 teams taking part in the quadrennial competition. Although the year is currently 2024, this upcoming version of the AFC Asian Cup was supposed to take place in 2023, but due to logistical delays, was pushed back to 2024. Nonetheless, the competition's organizers opted to retain the original name, "2023 AFC Asian Cup" for marketing purposes.
With more teams taking part since the competition's expansion in 2019, this tournament is certain to have its fair share of thrills and entertaining story-lines, as well as perhaps some major upsets. Live Soccer TV has all the answers you need to follow your favorite teams and stars at the 18th edition of the AFC Asian Cup.
When does the 2023 AFC Asian Cup begin?
The 2023 AFC Asian Cup will begin on January 12th, with hosts Qatar taking on Lebanon.
When does the 2023 AFC Asian Cup end?
The 2023 AFC Asian Cup will conclude on February 10th, with the final being held at the Lusail Stadium in Lusail, Qatar.
How many teams are taking part in the 2023 AFC Asian Cup?
A total of 24 teams will be taking part in the 2023 AFC Asian Cup, with the group split in six groups of four sides each. Here is the breakdown of the groups:
Group A
| Pos. | Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | P | Form | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Qatar | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | +5 | 9 | WWW | |
| 2 | Tajikistan | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 4 | WLD | |
| 3 | China | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | -1 | 2 | LDD | |
| 4 | Lebanon | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 5 | -4 | 1 | LDL |
Group B
| Pos. | Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | P | Form | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Australia | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 1 | +3 | 7 | DWW | |
| 2 | Uzbekistan | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 1 | +3 | 5 | DWD | |
| 3 | Syria | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 | WLD | |
| 4 | India | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 6 | -6 | 0 | LLL |
Group C
| Pos. | Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | P | Form | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Iran | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 2 | +5 | 9 | WWW | |
| 2 | United Arab Emirates | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 4 | +1 | 4 | LDW | |
| 3 | Palestine | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 4 | WDL | |
| 4 | Hong Kong | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 7 | -6 | 0 | LLL |
Group D
| Pos. | Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | P | Form | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Iraq | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 4 | +4 | 9 | WWW | |
| 2 | Japan | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 5 | +3 | 6 | WLW | |
| 3 | Indonesia | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 6 | -3 | 3 | LWL | |
| 4 | Vietnam | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 8 | -4 | 0 | LLL |
Group E
| Pos. | Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | P | Form | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bahrain | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 6 | WWL | |
| 2 | Korea Republic | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 8 | 6 | +2 | 5 | DDW | |
| 3 | Jordan | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 6 | 3 | +3 | 4 | LDW | |
| 4 | Malaysia | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 8 | -5 | 1 | DLL |
Group F
| Pos. | Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | P | Form | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Saudi Arabia | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 1 | +3 | 7 | DWW | |
| 2 | Thailand | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | +2 | 5 | DDW | |
| 3 | Oman | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 3 | -1 | 2 | DDL | |
| 4 | Kyrgyzstan | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 5 | -4 | 1 | DLL |
Who are the reigning champions in the AFC Asian Cup?
Thanks to their impressive run at the 2019 edition of this competition, Qatar come into the 2023 AFC Asian Cup as reigning champions. The Maroons defeated several regional heavyweights including Saudi Arabia and South Korea before dispatching another title contender, Japan, 3-1 in the final. What made Qatar's success that much more amazing was the fact that they conceded just one goal during the competition - and that turned out to be just a mere consolation for Japan.
Naturally, with the competition being played on home turf, Qatar will hope to use their home pitch advantage to full effect as they aim to retain the cup. However, that likely will be much easier said than done with quite a few teams aiming to get their hands on the coveted prize.
Which team has enjoyed the most success at the AFC Asian Cup?
Japan, with four titles, are the most successful team at the AFC Asian Cup. Other teams to have won multiple titles include Saudi Arabia (three), Iran (three), and South Korea (two).
How can I watch the 2023 AFC Asian Cup on TV?
At the moment, there are no TV options for watching the 2023 AFC Asian Cup in the United States - albeit there are other ways to follow the tournament.
Here are some TV options if you live in one of these other countries:
- Australia: Network 10 (only matches featuring Australia)
- Portugal: SportTV
- Germany: Sportdigital FUSSBALL
- Qatar: beIN Asian Cup 1, beIN Asian Cup 2, beIN Asian Cup 3
- China: CCTV (only matches featuring China)
- Korea: TVING
- Japan: TV Asahi (matches featuring Japan)
How can I live-stream the 2023 AFC Asian Cup?
If you prefer to live-stream matches from the 2023 AFC Asian Cup on your computer, mobile, or other devices, there are also plenty of options to catch the action as well. Fans based in the USA can live-stream all 51 games via Paramount+, while CBS Sports Golazo will also be live-streaming select matches for free.
Here are some live-streaming options if you live in one of these countries:
- UK: TrillerTV+
- Canada: Paramount+
- Australia: Paramount+
- Spain: LaLiga+ Spain
- France: TrillerTV+
- Germany: DAZN Germany
- Japan: DAZN Japan
- Korea: tvN Sports, Coupang Play
- China: iQiyi, Migu
- Qatar: TOD, beIN SPORTS CONNECT
If you live outside one of these countries, check out our bespoke 2023 AFC Asian Cup match page for specific details for your current location.
What are the key dates at the 2023 AFC Asian Cup?
Here are the dates you will want to keep track of at the 2023 AFC Asian Cup:
- January 12 - Tournament opener featuring hosts Qatar and Lebanon
- January 25 - Final group stage matches
- January 28 - January 31 - Round of 16
- February 2 and February 3 - Quarter-finals
- February 6 and February 7 - Semi-finals
- February 10 - Final
