| Date | R | Home v Away | - |
|---|
Oman
Uzbekistan
Iran
Kyrgyzstan
Tajikistan
Turkmenistan
Afghanistan
Wikipedia - CAFA Nations Cup
The CAFA Nations Cup, is an international association football competition contested by the senior men's national teams of the members of the Central Asian Football Association (CAFA), the governing body of football in Central Asia.
History
The inaugural edition of the senior men's tournament was initially planned to be hosted by Tashkent in October 2018. It was not played out though.
In March 2023, it was announced the inaugural edition of the senior men's tournament would commence in June 2023 in Tashkent and Bishkek for the six member associations, along with the addition of two invited guest teams: Russia and an unconfirmed Asian team. However, the start of the inaugural edition of the tournament was put in doubt again after it was reported in early April 2023 that Iran, Uzbekistan, Russia, and Iraq would instead take part in a four-nation tournament in June 2023.
On 15 April, it was reported that Russia was set to shun the inaugural CAFA Championship, while organizers insisted they were still in talks with them over their participation. On 18 April, it was reported that Iran would take part in the inaugural CAFA Championship along with the member associations of Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Turkmenistan, and Afghanistan, as well as invited guests Russia and one other Asian country, with the tournament being hosted in Tashkent and Bishkek in June. On 19 April, it was reported that Russia had withdrawn from the tournament. On 24 April, Oman was reported to be an invited guest team after Thailand reportedly turned down an invitation.
The tournament features intense matches filled with excitement, drama, and fierce competition as teams battle it out on the field for glory and national pride. Fans from all over the region come together to support their teams and cheer them on to victory, creating an electrifying atmosphere in the stadiums.
The CAFA Nations Cup is not only a platform for showcasing the talent of the players, but also a celebration of the rich soccer culture and heritage of the participating nations. It is a chance for countries to come together and compete in the spirit of sportsmanship and camaraderie, fostering unity and friendship among nations.
With thrilling matches, passionate fans, and top-notch competition, the CAFA Nations Cup is a must-watch event for soccer enthusiasts and fans of international football. Don't miss out on the action and excitement of this prestigious tournament as the best teams in Central Asia and the Caucasus battle it out for soccer supremacy.