Having kicked off their title defence with 5-0 and 3-0 wins over Myanmar and Vietnam respectively, Korea Republic were expected to be Japan’s toughest challenge.
The Nadeshiko, however, were clearly the better side with Riko Ueki opening the scoring within the first 30 seconds. However, Korea Republic fought back in the second half and salvaged a point through Seo Ji-youn five minutes from time. .....
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