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China U23

01-01 20:30

0 - 1

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Iran U23

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Iran U23 secured a 1-0 victory over China U23 in an international friendly match on January 1, 2026. In a tightly contested encounter that kicked off at 20:30, a solitary goal in the second half separated the two Asian youth sides as they continue their preparations for future competitions. The first half was a cagey affair with both teams probing but lacking a cutting edge in the final third. The decisive moment came just after the hour mark, when Iran's winger cut inside and fired a low shot into the corner, giving the Chinese goalkeeper no chance. China U23 pushed for an equalizer in the closing stages, but the Iranian defense, marshaled superbly by their captain, held firm to see out the win. This result provides a confidence boost for the Iranian squad, while the Chinese team will look to address their finishing in the attacking third. Post-match, the Iran coach praised his team's resilience, and the China manager acknowledged the need for more clinical play in upcoming fixtures.