Asian Cup updates.

Since this is like news of 23 hours ago, (plus plus) Its not really up to date updates anymore.

But just in case if you still do not know, The Asian Cup finals will feature Iraq and Saudi Arabia. And the third and fourth playoff will be between Japan and Korea.

Initially My predictions for the finals was Japan vs Iran. With the possibility of Iraq and Saudi Arabia in the 3rd place playoff match. Guess I was wrong(3 out of 4 teams in the semis was predicted correctly, thats not too bad, even though the Asian Cup can be pretty predictable).

The Japan Vs Saudi Arabia Match has to be the match of the tournament. It was Technique versus speed, and Speed won the game. Awesome match to watch I tell you. Almost like Brazil versus England without the boring tactics. Both teams deserved to be in the final.

Oh and Iraq scored more penalties compared to Korea.

I'm going to give the finals a miss unfortunately, but I shall at least give my predictions for the upcoming 2 matches.

Japan beats Korea

Saudi Arabia beats Iraq.

No surprises this time. Lets see if i'm right.

Japan Vs Saudi Arabia

So many media anticipation for this match. Japan had quite a run towards the end of the tournament.

ITs the repeat of Asian Cup final 1992. Like 15 years ago, and Japan won. I remembered that match well, the Japanese were the underdogs making their mark in football in front of Asia. And that victory propelled them to where there are now. Not exactly the Brazil or France of football, but at least an Asian Powerhouse, and the world does take notice of Japanese Football. Lead to co-hosting the 2002 World Cup as well.

Wait, that was liki 15 years ago, And I was 5 then? How I know all these crap?

I saw the highlights of the 1992 Asian Cup last week! Dramatic one.

Anyways, Japan Vs Saudi Arabia. Who will prevail?

I'm going to choose Japan for this one.

Why?

No tactical analysis, no player comparison, no history reading. Its just a pure gut feeling. Japan will win.

Asian Cup Action Tonight.

It will be tonight anyways, if you happen to be from this region.

Match Number one would be Australia Vs Japan. A lot of people see this as a Dream final. Funny. Let me remind everybody what I think. Australia and Japan are overrated. I firmly believe that both will not Win this Tournament. Ok, maybe reach the finals and that's it.

Is Australia the Brazil of the Asian Cup? (have a really bad start and end up winning the tournament). No. I hope its a Japan victory, welcoming Australia to the AFC and prepare better for the next time. Give them a torrid time, showing them that you're welcome to join the Asian Confederation but its not going to be easy.

Of course the last time these teams met, it was the World Cup where Australia won 3-1. Why issit different this time? There is no Gus Hiddink Fulls stop.

Match number 2 would be Vietnam Versus Iraq.
Iraq wins. Well done Vietnam.

Who knew that Vietnam, the only Co-host to make it through to the Quarterfinals. I have to say, among all the groups, Vietnam and Thailand had the more possibilities and hopes of doing well. In all, all the co-host exceeded expectations and their fans can be really proud. Malaysia not included.

Anyways, Iraq is a stronger team than what people Imagined. I see them as a dark horse of winning this tournament. I believe that they won't win this one, but will do well enough. Maybe a Final appearance.

I hope the finals would be between an Arabian team versus a Eastern Team. Then we would have a great tournament. How about Japan VS Iran.

Yes I believe Iran as a spanking chance to win. But they have a difficult path ahead.