Philippines Asian Cup destiny down to do-or-die match vs. Kyrgyz Republic

South Korea made a strong start to the Asia Cup with a win over the Philippines in Group C. After an opening Asia Cup defeat to Jordan, Australia looked much more comfortable in a 3-0 win against Palestine. Uzbekistan prevailed 2-1 over Oman in their 2019 AFC Asian Cup opener courtesy of Eldor Shomurodov's late winner. Ritsu Doan added to Yuya Osaka's two goals to ensure Asian Cup favourites Japan kicked off their tournament with a 3-2 win. Ali Adnan sealed a 3-2 win for Iraq over Vietnam in the Asian Cup in dramatic fashion, by netting a sublime 90th minute free-kick. Jordan beat holders Australia in the opening match of the Asian Cup. There were three parts to the Philippines plan of action at the Asian Cup. The first was to not lose to South Korea by many. The second was to take a point from China. The third was to defeat the Kyrgyz Republic in the final Group C showdown. With four of the six third-placed teams going through to the last 16, that would almost certainly be enough. As it stands, three points may well do. The plan started well. The Azkals worked their socks off in Dubai against South Korea, fighting and running...

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