China's U20 women's football team kicked off their 2026 AFC Asian Cup qualifying campaign with a stunning 6-0 victory over Syria in Yinchuan! 🎉 The home crowd erupted as Lu Jiayu scored twice in the first half, while Zheng Lu and Zhang Yiqian added goals to seal a dominant 4-0 lead by halftime. Two more strikes after the break cemented the team’s flawless start.
⚡ "The energy from the fans turned my nerves into fire!" said debutant Xiao Yafei, highlighting the squad’s electric teamwork. Coach Colin Bell praised the young players’ grit but emphasized the road ahead: "This is just the beginning—we’ll keep pushing."
Up next: China faces Cambodia on Friday, while Lebanon narrowly beat Cambodia 1-0 in another Group E clash. Will the squad keep this momentum? 👀 Stay tuned!
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China crush Syria 6-0 in AFC U20 Women's Asian Cup qualifier at home
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