In an electrifying showdown at the CFA Team China Shenyang Peace Cup International Tournament 2025, China's U16 men’s football team secured a dramatic 2-1 victory over Uzbekistan!
Just two minutes in, He Sifan’s precise cross found Kuang Zhaolei, who tapped in to give China an early lead. The momentum soared as Wang Feiniya earned a penalty and attempted a slick Panenka-style shot that was brilliantly saved, keeping fans at the edge of their seats 😱.
Uzbekistan kept the pressure high by equalizing during first-half stoppage time with a powerful header, setting the stage for a nail-biting encounter.
The climax came in the 88th minute when a rebound off a corner allowed Zhou Yunuo to blast in a long-range winner, sparking celebrations and cheers from a thrilled crowd 🎉🔥.
With this win, China now sits second in the standings after a previous 1-1 draw with Japan, and the excitement only builds as they prepare to face South Korea in the championship match on Tuesday. Stay tuned for more action from this rising talent pool!
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
