AFC Asian Cup 2023: Tajikistan vs Lebanon: Predicted lineup, injury news, head-to-head, telecast

A win for either side will drastically increase the chances of reaching the AFC Asian Cup knockout stages.

Tajikistan and Lebanon will lock horns in their next 2023 AFC Asian Cup fixture on 22 January 2024 at the Jassim Bin Hamad Stadium in Doha, Qatar. Group A is shaping up for an exciting conclusion with only Qatar confirmed to enter the Round of 16 before the third and final round of matches.

Both Tajikistan and Lebanon will put everything on the line to secure three points and have a chance of making it into the knockout stages of the tournament. China are to play Qatar in the other fixture and they might struggle to win considering the quality of the host nation. 

Therefore, a win for either Tajikistan or Lebanon will go a long way in securing a knockout stage berth for them. Three points will ensure them finishing second, which enables automatic qualification, behind Qatar and going through into the Round of 16. On that note, here is what to look forward to from the crucial game:

Kick-off

Monday, 22 January 2024, 8:30 PM IST at the Jassim Bin Hamad Stadium in Doha, Qatar.

Form

Tajikistan (all competitions): D-W-W-D-L

Lebanon (all competitions): D-W-L-L-D

Player to Watch

Zoir Dzhuraboev (Tajikistan)

Tajikistan have a strong defence which frustrated Qatar in the previous fixture. The side has conceded only one goal as of yet, courtesy of players like Zoir Dzhuraboev in the backline. The centre-back was superb against the hosts, making five clearances during the game. Lebanon attackers must find a way to unlock Tajikistan’s defence and Dzhuraboev will make things difficult for them.

Omar Bugiel (Lebanon)

Omar Bugiel showed promising signs against Qatar and looked sharp against China. The attacker took three attempts on goal but was unlucky to not find the back of the net. Lebanon will need their forward players to turn up in the crucial game against Tajikistan and the eyes will be on Bugiel to deliver a positive performance. 

Match Facts

• Both Tajikistan and Lebanon are yet to score in the 2023 AFC Asian Cup.
• In terms of FIFA Rankings, Tajikistan are 106 and Lebanon are 107. 
• Lebanon have won only two of their last 10 matches.

Head to Head

Total Matches Played – 0

Tajikistan wins – 0

Lebanon wins – 0

Draws – 0

Predicted Lineup

Tajikistan (4-4-2)

Yatimov (GK), Safarov, Khanonov, Dzhuraboev, Nazarov, Kamolov, Umarbaev, Shukurov, Pandzhshanbe, Soirov, Dzhalilov

Lebanon (3-4-3)

Matar (GK), Khamis, El Zein, Michel, Sabra, Tneich, Srour, Huseein El Zein, Jradi, Bugiel, Maatouk

Match Prediction for Tajikistan vs Lebanon

Tajikistan and Lebanon are evenly matched and it is going to be an entertaining contest as both teams desperately need a win.

Prediction: Tajikistan 2-2 Lebanon

Telecast for Tajikistan vs Lebanon

India – Sports 18, Jio Cinema

Qatar, Bahrain, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Palestine, Syria, Yemen, Oman – BeinSports, Alkass

United Kingdom, Ireland, France, Belgium, Netherlands – Triller TV

Australia – Network 10

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