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10MA TOPICS! [KOREA FA] Korea Republic held by Malaysia, to face Saudi Arabia in round of 16

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January 25, 2024

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Korea Republic men’s national team were held a draw by Malaysia to finish runners up in the group stage and reach the round of 16 at the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023.

Jurgen Klinsmann’s charges drew 3-3 with Malaysia in their final Group E match staged at Al Janoub Stadium in Al Wakra on Thursday. Jeong Wooyeong opened the scoring after 21 minutes, but Malaysia fought back with quickfire goals early in the second half. Lee Kangin scored the equaliser with a sublime free-kick with seven minutes remaining, before Son Heungmin put his side ahead from the spot. However, there was still time for the Southeast Asians restore parity deep into added time.

Having already secured passage to the knockout stage, Korea Republic finished runners up with five points after the draw and are set to take on Group F winners Saudi Arabia in the round of 16 at the Education City Stadium in Al Rayyan in five days’ time. .....



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