Iraq Boss Overjoyed With Final Place

Iraq coach Jorvan Vieira was delighted with his team as they downed South Korea on penalties to book a place in the Asian Cup final for the first time.

After 120 minutes of goalless football, Iraq took the shootout 4-3.

“Everyone is happy and we have reason to be happy because this victory brings us to the final and we deserved that,” said Vieira after the game according to the AFC official site.

“Korea is a very strong team, with very fast players and we had to take care,” said Vieira.

“We were able to neutralise Korea well and we missed some opportunities. We missed more opportunities than Korea, especially in the second half and in extra time. The Koreans were down on fitness. We were tired too but we were better on the fitness side and it’s a game that will never be forgotten, especially by us.”

Iraq face Saudi Arabia in the final in Jakarta on Sunday.

“We are in the final now, we are still here and you have to support us for one more game,” said Vieira. “I’m very happy.