With anticipation building, the 2024 AFC Asian Cup is set to commence at Lusail Stadium on January 12, marking the beginning of a football spectacle.
This esteemed tournament unites premier national teams from across Asia, taking place against the backdrop of Qatar’s cutting-edge stadiums and a triumphant World Cup Campaign.
Enthusiasts are primed for a month-long extravaganza, expecting not only intense rivalries but also unforgettable moments celebrating the beautiful game. As nations compete for glory, Qatar 2024 promises to be a showcase of skill and determination. In this piece, we will delve into the participation of Premier League players representing various teams in the 2024 AFC Asian Cup.
Also Read: AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2024: Format, Groups, Schedule, Teams, Venues!
Who are the eight players from Premier League heading to 2024 AFC Asian Cup?
Japanese and South Korean AFC Asian Cup Squad has the most number of players in Premier League, three each. Iran and Indonesia has one player each.
Iran
Saman Ghoddos from Brentford is an attacking mid-fielder/striker who plays for Iran. Ghoddos, born in Sweden to Iranian parents, played for Sweden before shifting allegiance to Iran in 2017. He has made 41 appearances for Iran with two goals to his name.
South Korea
Brentford sends two players to 2024 AFC Asian Cup. Apart from Seyed Saman Ghoddos, Kim Ji-Soo is set to boot up for South Korea. Kim Ji-Soo, 19, plays as a centre back for Brentford’s reserve team, Brentford B. He received acclaim after his sensational play in the 2024 FIFA U-20 World Cup. His performance was instrumental in South Korea’s run to the semi-finals.
The other South Koreans in the list are Hwang Hee-Chan (Wolverhampton Wolves) and Son Heung-Min (Tottenham Hotspur). Hee-Chan, aka Hwangso, has played 60 Internationals for South Korea and scored 12 goals. Amongst his goals is the winner against Portugal in 2022 FIFA World Cup.
Widely regarded as one of the best Asian footballers, Son is the captain of the South Korean side. He has previously finished second in 2015 AFC Asian Cup and won gold in 2018 Asian Games. He, the third-highest goal-scorer for South Korea, has 117 International Caps.
JapanÂ
Kaoru Mitoma from Brighton Hove and Albion is one of the looked up players ahead of 2024 AFC Asian Cup. He has played 18 games for Japan and scored 7 goals so far.
Arsenal defender Takehiro Tomiyasu has played 37 games in Japanese Jersey. He was a part of the 2019 AFC Asian Cup campaign where Japan finished with a silver. He captained the squad in the final. His single International goal came in the same tournament against Saudi Arabia. Tomiyasu played an important part in Japan’s U19 AFC Championship victory in 2016.
The last and final PL Player for Japan, Wataru Endo plays for Liverpool. The 30-year-old is the captain of the Japanese Team. He has been a part of the 2019 AFC Asian Cup Silver and 2016 AFC U-23 Gold.
Indonesia
Born in Netherlands, Justin Hubner, represents the Indonesia Football Team. The 20-year-old Wolves Centre-Back. He has appeared in two games for the Indonesian Senior Squad.
