AFC Asian Cup Winners - Football Olé

The AFC Asian Cup, commonly known as the Asian Cup, is the premier international football tournament for men’s national teams in Asia, organized by the Asian Football Confederation.

First held in 1956, it is one of the oldest continental championships in world football and brings together the region’s top national sides to compete for the title of Asian champions. Known for its growing standard, diverse styles of play, and passionate support, the tournament is a major celebration of football across Asia.

Japan is the most successful team in winning the Asian Cup 4 times, followed by Saudi Arabia and Iran with 3 wins each.

List of AFC Asian Cup winners:

2023: Qatar vs Jordan (3-1) in Qatar
2019: Qatar vs Japan (3-1) in United Arab Emirates
2015: Australia vs South Korea (2-1 a.e.t.) in Australia
2011: Japan vs Australia (1-0 a.e.t.) in Qatar
2007: Iraq vs Saudi Arabia (1-0) in Indonesia/Malaysia/Thailand/Vietnam
2004: Japan vs China (3-1) in China
2000: Japan vs Saudi Arabia (1-0) in Lebanon
1996: Saudi Arabia vs United Arab Emirates (0-0 a.e.t. 4-2 p.) in United Arab Emirates
1992: Japan vs Saudi Arabia (1-0) in Japan
1988: Saudi Arabia vs South Korea (0-0 a.e.t. 4-3 p.) in Qatar
1984: Saudi Arabia vs China (2-0) in Singapore
1980: Kuwait vs South Korea (3-0) in Kuwait
1976: Iran vs Kuwait (1-0) in Iran
1972: Iran vs South Korea (2-1 a.e.t.) in Thailand
1968: Iran vs Burma (round-robin) in Iran
1964: Israel vs India (round-robin) in Israel
1960: South Korea vs Israel (round-robin) in South Korea
1956: South Korea vs Israel (round-robin) in Hong Kong

Legend:
a.e.t. – After Extra Time
p. – Penalty Shoot-Out