AFC U-23 Asian Cup: China to face Uzbekistan, Australia’s super comeback

The third-round matches of the AFC U-23 Asian Cup have concluded. In Group D, China and Thailand drew 0–0, which lifted China to second place in the group. As a result, China became Uzbekistan’s quarter-final opponent.

Australia, meanwhile, scored twice against Iraq in the 90+3rd and 90+7th minutes, pulled off a super comeback and won 2–1.

AFC U-23 Asian Cup. Matchday 3

Iraq – Australia 1:2

Goals: Faisal 63 (pen) – Dukuli 90+3, McAllister 90+7

China – Thailand 0:0

The quarter-final between China and Uzbekistan will be played under exactly these circumstances, and it is clear it will be a crucial match for both teams. China’s high intensity and strong performances have prepared them for additional clashes.