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Iran U23 (in white shirts) drew 0-0 with both South Korea and Uzbekistan. |
On the evening of January 10th, the South Korean U23 team experienced an emotional match as they came from behind to defeat Lebanon U23 4-2. Twice trailing after goals from Leonardo Farah Shahin and Ali El-Fadl, the South Korean team remained undaunted. Lee Hyun-yong and Jeong Jae-sang repeatedly brought the game back to a tie, before Kang Seong-jin and Kim Tae-won delivered the final blows, completing South Korea's comeback.
In the other match, Uzbekistan U23 and Iran U23 drew 0-0 in a tight game, further complicating the situation in Group C. After two rounds, South Korea and Uzbekistan both have 4 points, but South Korea is temporarily leading due to a better goal difference. Iran is right behind with 2 points, still having a chance to squeeze through the narrow gap.
The most unbelievable scenario is that all three teams could finish the group stage with 5 points. This would happen if South Korea draws with Uzbekistan, and Iran beats Lebanon. In that case, the rankings would be determined by the head-to-head record between the three teams.
Iran is in the most disadvantageous position after drawing 0-0 with both South Korea and Uzbekistan. If South Korea and Uzbekistan draw with goals, Iran will certainly be eliminated regardless of the score against Lebanon. Iranian fans are beginning to fear a scenario where the two rivals "collude" in the final round.
The West Asian representatives now have only one option: they must defeat Lebanon by at least two goals and hope the other match ends in a 0-0 draw or with a win or loss. A true "group of death" awaits in the final matchday.
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Iran U23 will be eliminated if the match between South Korea U23 and Uzbekistan U23 ends in a draw with goals scored. |
Source: https://znews.vn/bang-c-u23-chau-a-vao-the-tu-than-post1618691.html
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