I can't do China, but I'm so bad at it. It's an emergency to advance!02 Down by Australia → Lowest Fall

Mar 25, 2025

Photo = Australian national team

China was disgraced at home.

China lost 0-2 to Australia in the eighth Group C match of the third Asian qualifying round for the 2026 North-China World Cup at Hangzhou Olympic Sports Center Stadium in Hangzhou, China, at 8 p.m. on the 25th (Korea time). With this loss, China fell to the bottom of the group regardless of the other Group C matches. Australia finished second in the group.

Australia's attack unfolded in the 16th minute of the first half. Jackson Irvine was dragging the ball forward, but he couldn't handle it quickly in the penalty box. Irvine brought the ball back, which the Chinese defense did not handle properly, and continued shooting to score.

In the 23rd minute of the first half, China tried to kick straight into the net from a corner, but Matt Ryan struggled to deal with it. It was China's most threatening attack until the middle of the first half.

Australia has widened the gap. Australia's offense took place on the right side in the 29th minute of the first half. The cross came up and the Chinese players cleared it. Nishan Belupilay continued the ball that flowed out with a shot. It was a shot that could be blocked enough, but Australia scored a lucky goal as goalkeeper Wang Dalay spilled the ball.

In the 35th minute of the first half, China aimed to score. Wei Shihao came down to the second line and attempted a long-range shot. He headed threateningly but slightly off the post. The first half was a landslide victory for Australia.

China created the best chance of this game. This time, a cross was put in from the left. Jang Winning turned well and handed it over to Sergio. Sergio's powerful shot was caught at the fingertips of goalkeeper Ryan.

Australia also aimed to score a set piece. In the 18th minute of the second half, Milos Degenek tried to shoot without being checked by the defense. It was a perfect chance, but I ended up heading to the side net.

China tried to counterattack by scoring a comeback goal, but the problem of finishing the attack showed no signs of improvement at all. As the game ended, Australia easily overpowered China.

This article was translated by Naver AI translator.