This is historic for Palestine!

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By: Manu Tournoux

This is historic for Palestine!

Winner of Hong Kong (3-0), Palestine qualified for the first time for the round of 16 of the Asian Cup.

This is a moment in history for Palestinian football. The Palestine team qualified for the round of 16 of the Asian Cup for the first time ever, a competition they are playing in for the third edition in a row.

After a defeat against Iran (4-1), and a draw against the United Arab Emirates (1-1), Makram Daboub’s men got the better of Hong Kong (3-0), with a double ‘Oday Dabbagh (12th, 60th), the Charleroi striker, and a goal from Zaid Al Qanbar (48th). Incidentally, this is the very first victory for the Palestinians in an Asian Cup.

With four points taken and a goal difference of 0, Palestine are assured of being among the best third-placed teams in the group stage, and will therefore face a group winner in the round of 16.

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Manu Tournoux

Manu Tournoux is a passionate and knowledgeable football enthusiast with a special focus on French football. Born and raised in France, Manu discovered his love for the beautiful game at a young age and developed a deep understanding of the ins and outs of "Le Championnat." His French roots and extensive experience in football journalism have made him an invaluable asset to the French Football Weekly team. As an author for the website, Manu's expertise includes not only in-depth analysis of Ligue 1 and Ligue 2 matches but also insightful profiles of up-and-coming talents, detailed transfer news, and engaging coverage of the French national team. His captivating writing style and undeniable passion for the game have earned him a loyal following among our readers. When he's not crafting engaging articles for French Football Weekly, Manu enjoys attending live matches whenever he can, exploring football culture in various French cities, and engaging in spirited debates with fellow fans. Feel free to follow Manu on Twitter and interact with him as he shares his expert opinions, insights, and love for French football.

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