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Chinese midfielder slammed for kicking Vietnamese player

Chinese midfielder slammed for kicking Vietnamese player

Kuai Jiwen, a young Chinese midfielder, is facing criticism online after a dangerous challenge on Viktor Le during China's 1-1 draw with Vietnam in the 2025 U22 CFA China Team.
Coach Shin Tae-yong celebrates as former team Indonesia beat Bahrain in World Cup qualifiers

Coach Shin Tae-yong celebrates as former team Indonesia beat Bahrain in World Cup qualifiers

Australia beat China 2-0 to take step nearer to World Cup

Australia beat China 2-0 to take step nearer to World Cup

China predicted to lose without scoring against Saudi Arabia at World Cup qualifier

China predicted to lose without scoring against Saudi Arabia at World Cup qualifier

International media believe Saudi Arabia's stronger squad will make it difficult for China to earn points in their 2026 World Cup qualifier on Thursday.
March 19, 2025 | 10:43 pm PT
Chinese football unlikely to make breakthrough in next 10 years: former player

Chinese football unlikely to make breakthrough in next 10 years: former player

Former goalkeeper Ou Chuliang, who played for China's only World Cup squad in 2002, says deep-rooted issues must be addressed as the team fight for next year's qualification.
March 19, 2025 | 04:30 pm PT
'More united' China on Saudi revenge mission in World Cup qualifier

'More united' China on Saudi revenge mission in World Cup qualifier

A "more united" and confident China will be driven by a sense of revenge when they face Saudi Arabia in a World Cup qualifier on Thursday, striker Zhang Yuning has said.
March 18, 2025 | 11:48 pm PT
China call up Brazil-born player for vital World Cup qualifiers

China call up Brazil-born player for vital World Cup qualifiers

China have included Brazil-born midfielder Serginho in their squad for crucial World Cup qualifiers, less than a week after he obtained Chinese citizenship.
March 16, 2025 | 11:06 pm PT
China jails two more former top football officials for bribery

China jails two more former top football officials for bribery

China jailed two more former top football officials for bribery on Wednesday, court statements showed, following a sweeping crackdown on corruption in the domestic game.
December 11, 2024 | 06:17 pm PT
China use controversial tactics to bother Japan in World Cup qualifiers clash

China use controversial tactics to bother Japan in World Cup qualifiers clash

China narrowed the pitch while home fans booed and pointed lasers at Japan players in the third round of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers at Xiamen Stadium.
November 21, 2024 | 05:16 am PT
Japan on cusp of World Cup as Son Heung-min scores in Palestine draw

Japan on cusp of World Cup as Son Heung-min scores in Palestine draw

Japan are on the brink of qualifying for the World Cup after a 3-1 win at China on Tuesday, while Son Heung-min scored again as South Korea were held by Palestine.
November 19, 2024 | 03:00 pm PT
China under immense pressure ahead of Indonesia clash in World Cup qualifiers

China under immense pressure ahead of Indonesia clash in World Cup qualifiers

China's hopes of making the 2026 World Cup are hanging by a thread after three consecutive defeats and now they are facing mounting pressure before facing Indonesia in a crucial match of the third qualifying round.
October 14, 2024 | 11:56 pm PT
Australia and China seek first wins in third round of Asian World Cup qualifying

Australia and China seek first wins in third round of Asian World Cup qualifying

Australia host China in Adelaide on Thursday as both sides seek their first wins in the third round of Asian qualification for the 2026 World Cup.
October 7, 2024 | 08:27 pm PT
World Cup within reach as Asian qualifying for 2026 ramps up

World Cup within reach as Asian qualifying for 2026 ramps up

Son Heung-min's South Korea face Palestine while Japan host old rivals China when the third round of Asian qualifying kicks off on Thursday with the 2026 World Cup tantalizingly close.
September 3, 2024 | 05:46 pm PT
China football fans send money to Singapore goalkeeper for heroics

China football fans send money to Singapore goalkeeper for heroics

Singapore's veteran goalkeeper Hassan Sunny says Chinese football fans have been sending him money to say thank you for his unlikely role in keeping their World Cup dreams alive.
June 13, 2024 | 11:33 pm PT
Thailand captain cries as World Cup hopes dashed

Thailand captain cries as World Cup hopes dashed

Thailand captain Theerathon Bunmathan cried while talking to fans after Thailand were eliminated in the second qualifying round for the 2026 World Cup Tuesday.
June 12, 2024 | 01:55 am PT
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