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DUBAI (Reuters) – The AFC has opened two investigations after the semifinals of the 2019 Asian Cup that brought together the UAE and Qatar in Abu Dhabi.
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"We are investigating the events of the 2019 UAE semifinal match and, once these investigations are completed, we will take appropriate action," the federation said in a statement to CNN, referring to supporters throwing bottles of water. water and shoes during the meeting.
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"The safety of our players and supporters is the most important for the AFC and we are working with the local organizing committee and local authorities to ensure that security measures are in place for the organization. final match. "
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Moreover, in its statement, the AFC said it received an official complaint from the United Arab Emirates Football Federation regarding two Qatari players allowing them to participate in the Qatari team. This case was handled by local media, indicating that it was a "naturalization" of these players.
The Qatari team managed to overtake the United Arab Emirates with four draws in the semi-finals of the tournament organized by the United Arab Emirates, to face the Japanese team in the final match, which will take place on Friday.
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