In an electrifying clash at the EAFF Women's E-1 Football Championship, China and South Korea locked horns in a dramatic 2-2 draw! The match saw China strike early in the 15th minute when Yao Wei delivered a stunning shot from distance, setting the tone for an intense showdown. ⚽
South Korea quickly fired back with increased pressure. Jang Sel-gi netted an equalizer in first-half stoppage time, ramping up the excitement. Then came the twist: in the 67th minute, Yao turned provider with a brilliant header to Shao Ziqin, who restored China's lead with a precise nod.
However, the drama wasn’t over yet. Deep into stoppage time, Ji So-yun unleashed a long-range strike that salvaged a nail-biting draw for South Korea. Coach Ante Milicic acknowledged the tough conditions, emphasizing that playing away against a passionate home crowd is never easy, and stressed the need to tighten up late-game defenses as the team gears up for the Asian Cup.
Team player Wang Shuang added that the squad remains young, and building chemistry takes time. With both sides showing tremendous spirit and determination, this roller-coaster match has certainly ignited hopes for more thrilling encounters in the future. 🔥
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China draw with South Korea in women's East Asian Cup opener
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