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Football: Japan down China, to face South Korea for East Asian title
YONGIN, SOUTH KOREA, JUL 12 – Japan leads on goal difference with two wins, setting up a decisive final against South Korea where a draw secures Japan's second consecutive EAFF E-1 Football Championship title.
- Japan defeated China 2-0 in Yongin Mireu Stadium, with the final against South Korea scheduled for Tuesday at 7:24 p.m., during the 2025 East Asian Cup.
- With the 10th edition of the EAFF E-1 Football Championship, Japan seek their first consecutive titles, while South Korea aim to reclaim the 2022 crown, in a historic rivalry.
- Winning their opening two games, Japan scored eight goals and kept a clean sheet against China and Hong Kong, signaling strong form before facing South Korea.
- Given club release restrictions, Hong Myung-bo will trial new players, shaping South Korea's squad for the tournament's broader role in World Cup qualification.
- With both teams on six points, Japan and South Korea's tournament indicates potential for regional dominance and influences future World Cup qualification strategies, as the EAFF isn’t on FIFA’s calendar.
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