SouthKorea

South Korea qualify for Asian Cup last 16 despite shock draw with Malaysia

25-Jan-2024 16:36:23 | The Guardian

• South Korea held to 3-3 draw but avoid Japan next round
• Bahrain top group after 1-0 win over Jordan

South Korea finished second in their Asian Cup group after Malaysia held them to a 3-3 draw on Thursday with an equaliser in the 15th minute of added time meaning Bahrain finish top with a 1-0 win over Jordan.

Bahrain top Group E with six points thanks to an Abdulla Yusuf Helal winner, while Jordan finish third with four points and also go through as one of the best third-placed teams.