In an electrifying showdown in Shenyang, China's U16 men's football team clinched a thrilling 2-1 victory over Uzbekistan! ⚽ Early on, He Sifan's precise cross found Kuang Zhaolei just two minutes in, giving the team an immediate spark.
The tension rose when Wang Feiniya earned a penalty, though his stylish Panenka-style kick was brilliantly saved by the Uzbek keeper. Uzbekistan kept the energy high by equalizing during first-half stoppage time, setting the stage for a nail-biter.
The drama peaked in the second half. In the 88th minute, a corner rebound paved the way for Zhou Yunuo to score a stunning long-range winner, sending the crowd into euphoria! 🎉
With this hard-fought win, China's U16 side now sits in second place after a 1-1 clash with Japan, and all eyes are on their upcoming championship match against South Korea on Tuesday. A match that truly energizes passionate young football fans across South and Southeast Asia!
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
