On November 19th, the passionate Group C Round 6 of the 18-team tournament was rekindled, and China's footballers met the challenge of Japan at home, and ultimately suffered a regrettable 1-3 defeat. After the match, the official microblog of the People's Daily quickly issued a statement, giving high praise to the national football team's fighting spirit, that they have won the respect they deserve on the field.
The official Twitter account had this to say:
Tonight, the World Cup Asian Zone 18 competition was particularly intense, as China and Japan engaged in a battle for honor. Despite the scoreline, the Chinese soccer team gave it their all, the defense line was rock solid, and the team spirit was shining. Despite losing the first two goals, the team did not get discouraged and recovered one goal, showing their unyielding fighting spirit. Although the result of the game is regrettable, but this battle undoubtedly ignited the team's fighting spirit, in the face of powerful opponents, they still have the courage to fight, this courage is the key to win respect. Chinese men's soccer team, the courage to go forward, and create another brilliant!
