2024-01-11 19:25:50
The much-awaited Asian Cup is set to kick off tomorrow in Qatar, with 24 teams including India vying for the prestigious title. The opening match will be between hosts Qatar and Lebanon at 7pm at the iconic Lusail Stadium.
Lusail Stadium, which was the venue for the final match of the World Cup football, is once again buzzing with excitement. Hosts Qatar, who are also the defending champions, will be looking for a strong start in the tournament. Lebanon, on the other hand, are perceived as a relatively weak team in Group A. Captain Hassan Al Haydos expressed confidence in the team’s ability to perform as expected under the new coach Marques Lopez.
The opening ceremony is scheduled to start at 5 pm, with organizers yet to release details of the suspenseful event. Fans will be allowed to enter the stadium from 2 p.m.
India’s first match in the tournament is set to take place on Saturday against the strong Australian team. It’s reported that more than nine lakh tickets have already been sold, with Indian fans being the second largest group of ticket holders after Qatar. The Asian Cup matches will be hosted in nine stadiums, including seven World Cup venues such as Lusail and Albeit.
In summary, the Asian Cup is all set to commence with an exciting match between Qatar and Lebanon at the Lusail stadium. The anticipation among football fans is palpable as the teams gear up for the tournament.
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