Who was the best player at the Asian Cup 2019?

Qatar's breakthrough upset signaled a new era for Gulf football, but stars from across Asia lit up the tournament. Which player shone brightest?

1

Akram Afif

Qatar's technical winger who was creative and decisive throughout Qatar's historic title-winning campaign.

2

Saad Al Sheeb

Qatar's goalkeeper who was the best keeper in the tournament and conceded very little throughout.

3

Bassam Al-Rawi

Iraq's commanding centre-back who was outstanding defensively in Iraq's run to the quarter-finals.

4

Ali Mabkhout

UAE's striker who was a consistent goal threat and one of the tournament's top scorers.

5

Mehdi Taremi

Iran's striker who was dynamic, physical and clinical throughout Iran's campaign.

6

Sardar Azmoun

Iran's talented forward who combined technical skill with goal threat in Iran's quarter-final run.

7

Takumi Minamino

Japan's versatile forward who was consistently impressive in Japan's run to the quarter-finals.

8

Wataru Endo

Japan's reliable defensive midfielder who was the backbone of Japan's campaign.

9

Son Heung-min

South Korea's star who contributed moments of brilliance despite arriving from the English Premier League season.

10

Hassan Al-Haydos

Qatar's experienced winger and captain who provided leadership and creativity throughout the campaign.