China Secures 2-1 Victory Over Indonesia in World Cup Qualifiers
Ending a four-match losing streak, China's national football team revives World Cup hopes with a win in front of a passionate home crowd.
- China's victory came with first-half goals from Behram Abduweli and Zhang Yuning, marking their first win in the third round of Asian qualifiers.
- Coach Branko Ivankovic praised the team's dedication and the support from the 37,000-strong crowd at Qingdao Youth Football Stadium.
- Despite the win, China remains at the bottom of Group C, tied with Indonesia at three points after four matches.
- Indonesia's late goal by Thom Haye was not enough to overcome China's lead, as they held on for a 2-1 win.
- China's next World Cup qualifier will be against Bahrain in Riffa on November 14, as they continue their quest for a spot in the 2026 World Cup.