The opponent of Uzbekistan was determined after final matches of Group B ended on Monday. Japan outplayed group outsiders Saudi Arabia with the score 5-0 and claimed top spot in the Group.

In the second match, Jordan national team handed defeat to Syria with the score 2-1 and ensured place in knockout stage.

On 21 January, Uzbekistan will play against Jordan, while hosts Qatar will face Japan in quarterfinal matches.

Uzbekistan defeated Qatar (2-0) and Kuwait (2-1) and played 2-2 draw with China in Group A to clinch top spot.