China’s U22 soccer team clinched a thrilling 1-0 victory over South Korea in a friendly match on Sunday night in Yancheng, Jiangsu Province.
The game kicked off with high energy as China’s Chen Zeshi nearly opened the scoring with a powerful free kick that struck the crossbar. In the 20th minute, midfielder Xu Bin showcased his skill by intercepting a pass and launching a fierce long-range shot, forcing an impressive save from the South Korean goalkeeper.
The second half intensified as both teams pressed for a breakthrough. In the 86th minute, China earned a crucial corner. Peng Xiao’s header hit the woodwork, but Liu Haofan was quick to react, seizing the rebound to net the decisive goal.
Liu’s late winner ignited celebrations among the home fans, marking a significant win for China’s U22 squad against their regional rivals.
