South Korea beats Saudi Arabia on penalties to reach Asian Cup last 8

South Korea knocks off Saudi Arabia 4-2 on penalties to advance to the quarterfinals at the Asian Football Confederation Asian Cup in Qatar

South Korea secured a thrilling victory over Saudi Arabia, winning 4-2 in a penalty shootout to advance to the quarterfinals of the Asian Cup. The last-16 match, held at Education City Stadium, concluded 1-1 in extra time. South Korea’s Cho Gue-sung equalized in the second half added time, cancelling out Abdullah Radif’s opener. 

The key moment came during the penalty shootout when Saudi Arabia’s Sami Al-Najei and Abdulrahman Ghareeb had their penalties saved by South Korea’s goalkeeper Jo Hyeon-woo.

Coach Jürgen Klinsmann expressed the team’s spirit, optimism, and determination to perform well for their country. The victory, achieved in a challenging shootout, has instilled confidence in the squad.

Jo Hyeon-woo’s impressive saves played a pivotal role in South Korea’s success, sending them through to the quarterfinals. Coach Klinsmann acknowledged the challenges ahead, with a quick turnaround before facing Australia, but he emphasized the team’s positive atmosphere and determination to compete at a high level.

The victory resonates with the spirit of the Asian Cup, showcasing the resilience and competitive spirit of the participating teams. South Korea’s ability to triumph in a penalty shootout highlights their mental fortitude and sets the stage for an exciting quarter-final clash with Australia.

Source:Newsroom

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