China

Men's soccer team ends campaign after defeat

(Xinhua)
Updated: 2010-11-15 21:55

GUANGZHOU - Chinese men's soccer team suffered a humiliating 3-0 defeat to arch rival South Korea on Monday when the host's aim to enter last eight was sarcastically shattered in a lackluster 1/8 final.

The South Koreans faced few threats from a seemingly amateurish side who created few chances and shots but in a fragile defence.

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Three easy goals from Kim Jung Woo, Park Chu Young and Cho Young Cheol sent South Korea to last eight and ended the host's journey in the Asiad tournament.

China was entirely on the defensive in first 15 minutes when the South Koreans kept on pressure with their dangerous striker Park Chu-yong's lead.

Four minutes later, Chinese players made a series of mistakes in their right flanks before a speedy counter-attack of the opponent sent Kim Jung Woo unmarked in the area to beat a helpless keeper Zhang Shichang.

The host's only shot in first half was also their best chance in 90 minutes when Maitijiang's follow-up header soared above the crossbar.

Two minutes after the restart, Park Chu-yong showed his value as the wild card overage player for his side.

The striker from the French club AS Monaco delivered a curving free-kick to the far dead corner, enlarging the lead to 2-0.

Cho Young Cheol scored the last goal on 58th minute when the unmarked midfielder converted a left-wing low cross to the third one.