Host UAE draws 1-1 with Bahrain in Asian Cup kickoff

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Tournament host United Arab Emirates needed a late penalty from a handball to salvage a 1-1 draw with Bahrain in the opening match of the Asian Cup on Saturday.
Bahrain was close to taking a win at its regional rival when Mohamed Al Rohaimi scored from the center of the area in the 78th minute.
But Mohamed Marhoon handled the ball in the box, sending Ahmed Khalil to the spot to snatch the equalizer with two minutes remaining.
UAE and Bahrain share Gro