Asian Football Championship Wagering, Odds, and Prophecies: Asia Cup Edition
Asian Cup 2023: Round of 16 Begins, Betting Opportunities Galore
The AFC Asian Cup, a major tournament for Asian national teams, is currently underway in Qatar from January 12 to February 10. With the group stage wrapped up, the round of 16 matches kick off on January 28. Fortunate for sports bettors, an abundance of intriguing betting chances are available. Online betting platforms provide ample tips for individual matches and long-term wagers on the Asian Cup victor.
Betting and Odds in Asian Cup 2023
As the reigning champions, Qatar holds home advantage in this year's tournament and has progressed to the round of 16. Germany's coach Jürgen Klinsmann guided South Korea past the group stage, but a devastating loss against Malaysia in their last group game left a bitter taste.
The following round of 16 matches in the Asian Cup 2023 are up for betting at online sportsbooks:
- Australia – Indonesia: Australia (1.16), Draw (6.50), Indonesia (14.00)
- Tajikistan – UAE: Tajikistan (4.60), Draw (2.90), UAE (1.90)
- Iraq – Jordan: Iraq (1.93), Draw (3.20), Jordan (3.90)
- Qatar – Palestine: Qatar (1.47), Draw (4.30), Palestine (5.70)
- Uzbekistan – Thailand: Uzbekistan (1.60), Draw (3.80), Thailand (5.00)
- Saudi Arabia – South Korea: Saudi Arabia (4.20), Draw (3.40), South Korea (1.80)
- Bahrain – Japan: Bahrain (10.50), Draw (5.80), Japan (1.22)
- Iran – Syria: Iran (1.30), Draw (5.00), Syria (8.50)
The given odds refer to the outcome after 90 minutes. If the match concludes in a draw at full-time, extra time ensues. If neither team scores during extra time, the game is resolved through a penalty shootout. Betting platforms subsequently offer additional odds for the outcome after extra time and the penalty shootout.
Crucial Information About Asian Championship
Since 1956, the Asian Cup has been held annually. In 2019, the number of participating teams rose from 16 to 24 for the first time. The winner of the Asian Championship secures a spot in the FIFA Confederations Cup.
The initial stage consists of group matches. Successful teams then advance to the round of 16, quarter-finals, semi-finals, and the final for the Asian Championship title.
Japan is the dominant contender to clinch this year's title. Having won the Asian Championship four times, Japan holds the record for the most victories.
Iran and Saudi Arabia have each claimed three Asian Football Championship titles. Qatar managed a surprising triumph over Japan in the 2019 final, marking their inaugural win.
Who Will Triumph in the Asian Cup?
In addition to betting on the round of 16 matches, bettors can also take advantage of various options to wager on the Asian Cup victor. Presently, online sportsbooks offer the following odds for the tournament winner:
- Japan (2.60)
- South Korea (4.50)
- Iran (7.00)
- Australia (7.00)
- Saudi Arabia (11.00)
- Qatar (11.00)
- Iraq (15.00)
- Uzbekistan (25.00)
- UAE (35.00)
- Thailand (70.00)
- Jordan (80.00)
- Syria (150.00)
- Bahrain (150.00)
- Palestine (150.00)
- Tajikistan (150.00)
- Indonesia (250.00)
Online sportsbooks additionally provide a multitude of football wagers for individual Asian Championship matches. These vary from game winner predictions, over tips for the number of goals scored, handicap bets, double chance bets, and specific scorer wagers.
After progressing from the group stage, the reigning Asian champions Qatar face Palestine in the round of 16, offering an exciting betting opportunity for sports enthusiasts. Interestingly, Japan, with their four victories in the Asian Championship, is viewed as the dominant contender to clinch the title in this year's tournament.
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