AFC Futsal Championship was held in Osaka, Hyogo, Japan from May 13th to 19th.
This competition begun in 1999. The 9th championship was held in Osaka and Hyogo, Japan.
This competition consisted of 2 stages.
16 teams were divided into 4 groups.
At the group stage, each team played each other once, the top two teams per group proceeded to the quarterfinal stage transitioning to a Knock-out format. The remaining 4 teams were based in Osaka to compete in the semifinals stage, 3rd place play-off, and the Final match.
I went to Osaka on May 17th to do English MC at the venue as the competition proceeded to the knock out stage.
Japan had won the last championship, so that it was expected for them to win the competition 2times in a row..
The result was cruel.. The champions were IR Iran. They played
far better than Japan I would have to admit.
far better than Japan I would have to admit. Oh well, there is always another opportunity. The championship will be held in Thailand next year and it will be FIFA World Cup Qualifiers. We should keep rooting for them.
By the way, the last picture is my fabulous co-workers. They do the operations for major soccer matches held in Japan. Being enthusiastic, they work so hard for not only players but also supporters and everyone who involves in soccer. It is always my honor and pleasure to work with them. They never get tired to have fun as well..
1 comment:
You are very powerful woman!! At least so, compared with me.
I feel so tired just go to school, play the piano and do my part-time job. However, you have to work as one of a social people, don't you??
Moreover you always do your homeworks well!!
I'm wonder how I can be like you...(^^＊)
AI*
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