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- ↑ "Semi-Automated Offside Technology to debut at AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™". Asian Football Association. Retrieved 19 December 2023.
- ↑ "AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023 Match Officials - Final 10 February" (PDF). Asian Football Confederation. Retrieved 8 February 2024.