In this article, we will thoroughly explore the phenomenon of 2010 AFC Challenge Cup and its implications in modern society. From its origins to its impact today, we will delve into all facets of this issue, analyzing its causes, consequences and possible solutions. Along the following lines, we will examine different perspectives and opinions on 2010 AFC Challenge Cup, with the aim of offering a complete and objective overview of this issue. This article will serve as an informative and thoughtful guide for all those interested in better understanding 2010 AFC Challenge Cup and its influence on our environment.
| Tournament details | |
|---|---|
| Host country | Sri Lanka |
| Dates | 16–27 February |
| Venue | 2 (in 1 host city) |
| Final positions | |
| Champions | |
| Runners-up | |
| Third place | |
| Fourth place | |
| Tournament statistics | |
| Matches played | 16 |
| Goals scored | 44 (2.75 per match) |
| Attendance | 12,550 (784 per match) |
| Top scorer(s) | (4 goals) |
| Best player | |
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The 2010 AFC Challenge Cup was the third edition of the tournament which was held from 16–27 February 2010 in Sri Lanka.[1] India, the defending champions, fielded their under-23 team for this tournament in preparation for the 2010 Asian Games later that year.[2][3][note 1] The champions, North Korea, qualified for the 2011 Asian Cup.
The finals saw three automatic qualifiers joined by five teams from the qualification phase. Qualification consisted of two sections.
Qualifiers for the final tournament were:
The draw for the final tournament was held on 30 November 2009 at the Galadari Hotel in Colombo, Sri Lanka.[5]
| Colombo | |
|---|---|
| Sugathadasa Stadium | CR & FC Grounds |
| Capacity: 25,000 | Capacity: 5,550 |
The following referees were chosen for the 2010 AFC Challenge Cup.[6]
| Referees | Assistant Referees |
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All times are Sri Lanka Time (SLT) – UTC+5:30
| Key to colours in group tables |
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| Top two placed teams advance to the semi-finals |
Where two or more teams end the group stage with the same number of points, their ranking is determined by the following criteria:
| Team | Pld | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 7 | 3 | +4 | 6 | |
| 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 4 | +2 | 6 | |
| 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 7 | −3 | 3 | |
| 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 6 | −3 | 3 |
| Tajikistan | 1–2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Rabiev |
Report | Enamul Meshu |
| Myanmar | 4–0 | |
|---|---|---|
| Kyaw Thiha Yan Paing Pai Soe Myo Min Tun |
Report |
| Sri Lanka | 1–3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Dalpethado |
Report | Rabimov Fatkhuloev |
| Bangladesh | 1–2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Zahid Hossain |
Report | Tun Tun Win Pai Soe |
| Sri Lanka | 3–0 | |
|---|---|---|
| Kaiz Gunarathna Sanjeev |
Report |
| Team | Pld | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 8 | 1 | +7 | 7 | |
| 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 1 | +2 | 7 | |
| 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 6 | −4 | 3 | |
| 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 6 | −5 | 0 |
| India U23 | 1–2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Franco |
Report | I. Amirov Zemlianuhin |
| North Korea | 1–1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Ryang Yong-gi |
Report | Garadanow |
| Kyrgyzstan | 0–4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Report | Pak Song-chol Pak Kwang-ryong Choe Myong-ho Ri Chol-myong |
| Turkmenistan | 1–0 | |
|---|---|---|
| Garadanow |
Report |
| India U23 | 0–3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Report | Ryang Yong-gi Choe Chol-man |
| Turkmenistan | 1–0 | |
|---|---|---|
| Nurmyradow |
Report |
| Semi-finals | Final | |||||
| 24 February – Colombo | ||||||
| 0 | ||||||
| 27 February – Colombo | ||||||
| 2 | ||||||
| 1 (4) | ||||||
| 24 February – Colombo | ||||||
| 1 (5) | ||||||
| 5 | ||||||
| 0 | ||||||
| Third place | ||||||
| 27 February – Colombo | ||||||
| 1 | ||||||
| 0 | ||||||
| Tajikistan | 0–2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Report | Amanow Urazow |
| North Korea | 5–0 | |
|---|---|---|
| Choe Myong-ho Choe Chol-man Pak Song-chol Kim Seong-yong |
Report |
| Tajikistan | 1–0 | |
|---|---|---|
| Hakimov |
Report |
| Turkmenistan | 1–1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Şamyradow |
Report | Ryang Yong-gi |
| Penalties | ||
| Öwekow Garadanow Şamyradow Rejepow Nurmyradow Amanow |
4–5 | |
| 2010 AFC Challenge Cup champions |
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North Korea First title |
| Fair Play Award | Golden Shoe | Most Valuable Player | ||||||
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