Over the weekend in Foshan, drama unfolded in the women’s football final at the 15th National Games in the Chinese mainland. Jiangsu and Hubei were locked in a 0-0 draw for almost the entire match, but 20-year-old substitute Huo Yuexin stole the spotlight.
Coming on in the 77th minute, Huo made the most of a pinpoint long pass from Shao Ziqin in the dying moments. In the 90th minute, Shao’s header found Huo inside the box, and with ice-cold composure, she slotted the ball into the near corner. Cue the celebration! 💥⚽️
That 1-0 win sealed gold for Jiangsu, while Hubei took silver and host co-competitor Guangdong grabbed bronze. For Jiangsu, it’s a first National Games women’s football title in years, and Huo Yuexin’s last-minute magic will be remembered for a long time.
As the confetti fell in Foshan, fans from across the region celebrated a thrilling finish, proving once again why sports bring us together. Can’t wait to see what’s next for this talented young lineup! 🙌🏅
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Huo Yuexin's last-minute goal seals women's football title for Jiangsu
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