In a nail-biting showdown in Yancheng, China's U22 football squad claimed a dramatic 1-0 win against South Korea 💥, with substitute Liu Haofan becoming the hero of the night. 🏟️
First-Half Drama
The match started at full throttle, as Chen Zeshi's free kick smashed the crossbar early 👀, sending fans into collective gasps. Midfielder Xu Bin later stunned the crowd with a rocket from long range, but South Korea's goalkeeper pulled off a jaw-dropping save 🧤 to keep the score level at halftime.
Second-Half Decider
Tension peaked in the final minutes when Peng Xiao's header from a corner bounced off the post—only for Liu Haofan to pounce on the rebound like a K-drama plot twist 🎬, slotting home the winner in the 86th minute! 🔥 Cue wild celebrations across Jiangsu Province as China's young stars showcased grit and flair.
This thrilling friendly highlights Asia's rising football talent 🌏⚡ and sets the stage for future clashes between these rivals. Who’s ready for the next round? 👊
Reference(s):
cgtn.com