Group D - MD2: Syria 2-2 Japan

Tue, 18 Feb, 2025

Group D - MD2: Syria 2-2 Japan

Shenzhen: Japan had to twice come from behind to salvage a 2-2 draw with Syria in their AFC U20 Asian Cup™ China 2025 Group D tie at the Longhua Cultural and Sports Centre Stadium on Monday.

The result took Japan to four points while Syria, who were defeated by Korea Republic in their opening match, will rue having to settle for a draw after producing a valiant performance.

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Preview - Group A: Kyrgyz Republic v Qatar

Tue, 18 Feb, 2025

Preview - Group A: Kyrgyz Republic v Qatar

Shenzhen: Sergi Puchkov and Felix Sarriugarte have a shared aim when Kyrgyz Republic and Qatar conclude their respective AFC U20 Asian Cup™ China 2025 Group A campaigns on Tuesday.

Both teams will be playing for pride after back-to-back defeats to Australia and China PR prematurely ended their interest in the tournament.

Preview - Group A: China PR v Australia

Tue, 18 Feb, 2025

Preview - Group A: China PR v Australia

Shenzhen: China PR and Australia are set for a thrilling showdown when they meet in their final Group A fixture at the AFC Asian Cup™ China 2025 at the Baoan Sports Centre Stadium on Tuesday.

Both teams have secured six points from their wins over Qatar and Kyrgyz Republic, with top spot in the group up for grabs.

Mohammed: Victory was Iraq’s responsibility

Mon, 17 Feb, 2025

Mohammed: Victory was Iraq’s responsibility

Shenzhen: Iraq head coach Emad Mohammed applauded his players for their sense of responsibility after the 1-0 win over Saudi Arabia at the AFC U20 Asian Cup™ China 2025 on Sunday.

A first-half strike by Amoori Faisal was enough to give Iraq a much needed three points, and the five-time champions will now look to book their berth in the knockout stage when they play Jordan in their last Group B match on Wednesday.

Uzbekistan’s Urinboev dreaming of repeating 2023

Mon, 17 Feb, 2025

Uzbekistan’s Urinboev dreaming of repeating 2023

Shenzhen: Muhammadali Urinboev led by example again in Uzbekistan’s 3-1 win against Indonesia as the defending champions secured their place in the knockout stage of the AFC U20 Asian Cup™ China 2025 on Sunday.

Urinboev scored for the second successive game, with the skipper looking towards the 2023 title-winning side as inspiration with Uzbekistan believing that they are capable of defending their crown.

Zamani: IR Iran can win title

Sun, 16 Feb, 2025

Zamani: IR Iran can win title

Shenzhen: Abolfazl Zamani believes Islamic Republic of Iran can win the AFC U20 Asian Cup™ China 2025 title following their commanding 6-0 victory over Yemen in Group C on Sunday.

The Esteghlal FC midfielder, who starred with a brace, believes that the four-time winners can end their wait in Shenzhen, with the last of their four titles won in 1976.

Jordan make Meindertsma a happy coach

Sun, 16 Feb, 2025

Jordan make Meindertsma a happy coach

Shenzhen: Jordan head coach Pieter Meindertsma was on the edge of his seat as his side carved out a tense 2-1 win over a determined DPR Korea in their AFC U20 Asian Cup™ China 2025 Group B match on Sunday.

Ibrahim Sabra scored in the sixth and 70th minutes to give the West Asians control, but DPR Korea reduced the deficit with an 83rd minute penalty to make it a nervous finish for Meindertsma.