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Asian Cup Drama: China Under Stress, Australia Cruises

Asian Cup - Australia - China - India - Tajikistan - VAR

China faces VAR drama while Australia dominates in the Asian Cup opener. Read on for the thrilling highlights!

The Asian Cup kicked off with China facing stress in their opening match against Tajikistan, resulting in a goalless draw after a VAR intervention. Meanwhile, Australia showcased their dominance with a 2-0 victory over India, setting the stage for an exciting tournament. Skipper Jackson Irvine led the Socceroos to victory, igniting hopes of a successful campaign.

In a tense showdown, Australia outmuscled India in a physical battle, delighting their fans and asserting their presence in the competition. The Socceroos' formidable performance highlighted their determination to pursue Asian Cup glory once again. As the tournament unfolds, all eyes will be on the dynamic plays and unexpected outcomes that make football a thrilling spectacle.

China's disappointment continued as they failed to secure a win in their opening match, facing VAR decisions and missed opportunities. On the contrary, Australia's strong start reaffirmed their position as a top contender in the Asian Cup, setting the stage for intense matches ahead. The clash of giants and underdogs promises an exhilarating tournament for football enthusiasts worldwide.

Australia's victory over India and China's draw with Tajikistan mark the beginning of an eventful journey in the Asian Cup. With unpredictable twists and standout performances, the tournament is sure to deliver excitement and surprises, keeping fans on the edge of their seats.

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China 'stress' in Asian Cup draw but no tears over VAR (FRANCE 24)

China coach Aleksandar Jankovic said his players were feeling "stress" after they opened their Asian Cup campaign with a 0-0 draw against debutants ...

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VAR drama as China held at Asian Cup, Australia cruise (Yahoo Sports)

China were held 0-0 by Tajikistan in their opening game of the Asian Cup on Saturday after a VAR intervention but Australia overpowered India to launch ...

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China, Tajikistan end in goalless draw at AFC Asian Cup (Xinhua)

DOHA, Jan. 13 (Xinhua) -- Defender Zhu Chenjie's late goal was disallowed by VAR before China was held to a goalless draw against debutant Tajikistan in ...

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Australia beat India in opening round of Asian Cup football ... (Stuff.co.nz)

Skipper Jackson Irvine put the Socceroos on track with the first goal in Qatar as they seek to repeat their 2015 Asian Cup success.

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Australia outmuscle India in 2-0 win in Asian Cup (Reuters)

A physical Australia side dominated India to win their Asian Cup Group B opener 2-0 on Saturday in front of a crowd largely made up of Indian fans at the ...

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LIVE: Australia vs India – AFC Asian Cup 2023 (Aljazeera.com)

All the build-up and text commentary as Australia face India in the teams' opening AFC Asian Cup 2023 match.

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EXPLAINED: Why Australia are playing in Asian Cup 2024 despite ... (WION)

Originally planned to start in June 2023, the tournament was postponed to January 2024 after hosts Qatar were involved in the 2023 CONCACAF Gold Cup while ...

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Irvine and Bos fire Australia to victory against India in Asian Cup ... (The Guardian)

The Socceroos were made to work hard by India but Jackson Irvine pounced on a second-half goalkeeping error to spark victory.

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Asian Cup LIVE: Socceroos kick off campaign against India (The Sydney Morning Herald)

Graham Arnold will want no repeat of the upset defeat in Australia's previous Asian Cup opener five years ago as they attempt to hit the ground running in ...

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Australia swat aside India to launch Asian Cup title bid (FRANCE 24)

Australia cruised to a 2-0 victory in their Asian Cup opener against India on Saturday, Jackson Irvine and Jordan Bos scoring from close range to launch ...

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AFC Asian Cup 2023 football: Resilient India lose 0-2 to Australia in ... (Olympics)

The Indian football team lost 0-2 vs Australia in its opening Group B match of the AFC Asian Cup 2023 on Saturday. Both goals came in the second half.

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Socceroos start with a win over India in Asian Cup opener (beIN SPORTS AUSTRALIA)

Jackson Irvine and Jordan Bos were on the scoresheet as Australia opened its Asian Cup campaign with a 2-0 win over India in Group B.

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VAR drama as China held at Asian Cup, Australia cruise (FRANCE 24)

China were held 0-0 by Tajikistan in their opening game of the Asian Cup on Saturday after a VAR intervention but Australia overpowered India to launch ...

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AFC Asian Cup: China claim point after late goal ruled out, Tajikistan ... (South China Morning Post)

China failed to win their opening AFC Asian Cup finals match for the first time in five editions of the tournament, but claimed one point from a topsy-turvy ...

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Socceroos squeeze past India to get Asian Cup off to winning start (The Sydney Morning Herald)

Goals from Jackson Irvine and Jordan Bos got the result Graham Arnold's side needed, but improvement is needed - and quickly - if they are to contend for ...

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'Substandard' Socceroos clinch Asian Cup opener (Wide World of Sports)

Goals from Jackson Irvine and Jordan Bos got the Socceroos over the line, but coach Graham Arnold his far f...

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Australia swat aside India to launch Asian Cup title bid (The Hindu)

Australia cruised to a 2-0 victory in their Asian Cup opener against India on January 13, Jackson Irvine and Jordan Bos scoring from close range to launch ...

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