1988 AFC Asian Cup
Iran beats China in shoot out to claim Asian Cup third place
DOHA, Dec. 17, 1988 (AMP) — Qatar 1988 : Iran secured the consolation of third place at the 1988 AFC Asian Cup after defeating China 3-0 on penalties (after a 0-0 draw) on Saturday afternoon.
Asian Cup 1988 Facts & Figures
- Dates: 2 December 1988 – 18 December 1988
- 9th edition
- Teams: 10
- Matches played: 24
- Goals scored: 40
- Most goals scored in a match: 5
Saudi Arabia beats South Korea in shoot out to win 1988 Asian Cup
DOHA, Dec. 18, 1988 (AMP) — Qatar 1988 : Saudi Arabia claimed the AFC Asian Cup crown after defeating South Korea 4-3 on penalties (after a 0-0 draw) in the final on Sunday afternoon.
Final positions
Saudi Arabia
South Korea
Iran
China
Asian Cup Facts
Read on to know more on the history and origin of the AFC Asian Cup.
1988 Asian Cup Finals
Details: Group A, Group B, Second Round
The 10 teams qualified for the 1988 AFC Asian Cup:
1988 Asian Cup Qualification
- Groups: Group 1 - Group 2 - Group 3 - Group 4Main article: 1988 AFC Asian Cup qualification
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