Heart of the Champion.

Summary

In a tense match, the Japanese team faced a missed opportunity when Yong Jing's header hit the crossbar, leading to dramatic commentary. Mark Laurenson noted that Guo Nu's defensive mistake allowed Yong Jing to challenge the goal, despite his height disadvantage. Coach Sekizuka Takashi quickly substituted in Shan Ben Jian Yong, emphasizing the need for height and chaos in front of the Chinese goal. Meanwhile, Guo Bing sought a cap for Sun Pan to shield him from the sun, successfully retrieving one from a fan. Sun Pan made a crucial save, showcasing his skills despite initial doubts about Guo Bing's assistance. The Japanese team later substituted Yong Jing for the taller Shan Ben, aiming to leverage his height for scoring opportunities.

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