Qatar Edges Past Iran to Secure Asian Cup Final Spot

In a thrilling encounter in Doha, Qatar secured its spot in the Asian Cup final with a 3-2 victory over Iran. Almoez Ali's decisive goal in the 82nd minute sealed the win, setting the stage for a highly anticipated final against Jordan on Saturday.

The match began with an early lead for Iran as Sardar Azmoun scored in the 4th minute. Qatar responded swiftly, with Jassim Gharba equalizing before the first half ended. Akram Afif's goal gave Qatar the lead again, but Iran managed to level with a penalty from Ali Reza Jahanbakhsh.

The critical moment arrived in the 82nd minute when Almoez Ali secured Qatar's victory. Despite late opportunities for Iran, including a shot hitting the post, Qatar's resilience and Almoez Ali's stellar performance proved decisive.

However, the match was not without controversy, as Iran raised concerns about offside calls. Despite extended injury time, Iran couldn't find the equalizer. Qatar's journey to the final highlights their exceptional performance, while Iran faces the disappointment of falling short in their quest for the Asian Cup. The stage is now set for an electrifying final showdown between Qatar and Jordan.