1972 AFC Asian Cup
Thailand beats Cambodia in shoot out to claim Asian Cup third place
BANGKOK, May. 19, 1972 (AMP) — Thailand 1972 : Thailand secured the consolation of third place at the 1972 AFC Asian Cup after defeating Cambodia 5-3 on penalties (after a 2-2 draw) on Friday.
Asian Cup 1972 Facts & Figures
- Dates: 7 May 1972 – 19 May 1972
- 5th edition
- Teams: 6
- Matches played: 13
- Goals scored: 38
- Most goals scored in a match: 5
Iran beats South Korea 2-1 in extra time to win 1972 Asian Cup
BANGKOK, May. 19, 1972 (AMP) — Thailand 1972 : Iran claimed the AFC Asian Cup crown courtesy of a 2-1 extra time victory over South Korea (following a 1-1 draw in regulation) in the final on Friday.
Final positions
Iran
South Korea
Thailand
Cambodia
Asian Cup Facts
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1972 Asian Cup Finals
Details: Preliminary round, Group A, Group B, Second Round
The 6 teams qualified for the 1972 AFC Asian Cup:
1972 Asian Cup Qualification
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