- Match Result: China 1, Japan 3
- Location: Xiamen
This loss puts additional pressure on China's chances of advancing in the World Cup qualifiers. Japan, currently leading in Group C, has maintained a strong performance, while China is struggling to keep pace with Australia, who are just one point ahead in the standings.
In other soccer news, Hong Kong's national team has been showing resilience despite recent challenges. The team is aiming to extend their three-match winning streak in the upcoming East Asian Football Federation Championship qualifiers. Their recent victory over Mauritius has boosted their morale and hopes for future tournaments.