Head coach Ante Milicic has opted to keep the squad fresh by rotating the team for the earlier Group B matches against Bangladesh and Uzbekistan, which saw the Steel Roses picking up maximum points to secure a place in the quarter-finals.
Wurigumula started in the 2-0 win against Bangladesh but was unused in the 3-0 triumph against Uzbekistan. .....
"We need to keep fighting and stay mentally strong. Please support us,"
— #WAC2026 (@afcasiancup) March 8, 2026
🇨🇳 Wurigumula calls for continued support as China PR remain focused on the task ahead!#WAC2026 pic.twitter.com/acRJvgXhhs
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