⚽ The 2024 Panda Cup International Youth Football Tournament kicked off with a bang in Chengdu as China's Under-19 team delivered a thrilling 6-0 victory over Mongolia! The match, played in front of an electrified crowd, showcased the rising stars of Chinese football 🌟.
Tang Tianyi set the tone early, scoring just five minutes into the game 🎯. Teammates Zhu Pengyu, Bai Yutao, and Zhu (yes, two Zhus on the scoresheet!) piled on the goals before halftime, leaving Mongolia trailing 4-0. The second half saw Tang assist Du Yuezheng for goal number five, while Wu Yongqiang sealed the deal with a header in the 86th minute 🚀.
Next up: China faces Australia on Saturday in a highly anticipated clash 🇦🇺 vs. 🇨🇳. The four-team tournament (featuring Kyrgyzstan too!) serves as crucial prep for next year's AFC Under-20 Asian Cup. Stay tuned for more ⚽ action!
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cgtn.com