China Vs Japan Highlights, Asian Champions Trophy Hockey 2024: CHN Advance To Semis; JPN End Campaign

The Japan vs China, Asian Champions Trophy 2024 match will start at at 3:30 pm IST at the Moqi Training Base in Hulunbuir. You can live stream the hockey game on the Sony Liv app and website. Fans can also watch the live telecast of the matches on the Sony Sports Ten 1 SD & HD TV channels in India.

China: AO Weibao, AO Yang, CHAO Jieming, CHEN Benhai, CHEN Chongcong, CHEN Qijun (Captain), DENG Jingwen, E Kaimin, E Wenhui, GAO Jiesheng, HE Yonghua, HUANG Ziyang, LIN Changliang, LU Yuanlin, MENG Dihao, MENG Nan, WANG Caiyu (Goal Keeper), WANG Weihao (Goal Keeper), ZHANG Taozhu, ZHU Xiaotong

Japan: CHIBA Yuki, FUJISHIMA Raiki (Captain), KASHIWAGI Ren, KAWABE Kosei, KAWAHARA Yamato, KAWAMURA Yusuke, KIMURA Naru, KITAGAWA Takumi (Goal Keeper), MATSUMOTO Kazumasa, MATSUZAKI Yuito, NAGAI Yuma, NAGAYOSHI Ken, OBA Yosei (Goal Keeper), TANAKA Seren, TANAKA Tsubasa, WATANABE Keita, YAMADA Shota, YAMASHITA Manabu

Currently in Hulunbuir, a thrilling encounter between arch-rivals India and Pakistan is underway. As we head into the final quarter, the score stands at India 2-1 Pakistan. Follow the live updates of the hockey match here.

Japan, with just 1 point from 4 matches, are out of the semi-final contention and will aim to end the campaign on a high and avoid finishing last.

Meanwhile, China, with 3 points from 4 matches, can still qualify for the semis. A win is essential for the hosts to secure fourth place, and surpass Malaysia, who have 5 points from 5 matches.

Besides, China need to overturn a -6 goal deficit if they are to leapfrog South Korea, currently in 3rd place with 6 points and a -1 goal difference, and avoid a potential India meeting in the last four.

1st Match:

China 0-3 India; Japan 5-5 Korea

2nd Match:

China 4-2 Malaysia; Japan 1-5 India

3rd Match:

China 2-3 Korea; Japan 1-2 Pakistan

4th Match:

China 1-5 Pakistan; Japan 4-5 Malaysia

Both teams, China and Japan, clad in vibrant yellow and deep blue uniforms, are on the field for their national anthems. The excitement is about to begin, get ready!

Chao Jieming just had a great shot on goal for China very early in the match, showcasing an aggressive attacking strategy from the hosts. It’s clear China are determined to apply pressure and dominate the game.

Q1: CHN 0-0 JPN

A penalty corner early in the match! Japan execute a well-rehearsed play get things in favour.

2' And we have the first goal of the match! Chen Benhai delivers a flawless strike into the net, putting China ahead 1-0 against their arch-rivals Japan.

Q1: CHN 1-0 JPN

The stadium erupts with red flags as the Chinese crowd goes wild! As we enter the second quarter, the hosts are in control, leading 1-0 and maintaining a relentless attacking mode. Chongcong passes to Qijun and then to another teammate, showcasing an aggressive approach of their side. Japan, putting up a strong defense to counter the onslaught.

Q2: CHN 1-0 JPN

China get two penalty corners, but both opportunities goes to waste as Yosei, the rivals' goalkeeper, makes excellent saves. Japan's defense has been holding strong under constant pressure.

Yosei Oba missed his chance, and China capitalized on it! Chao Jieming extends China’s lead with another stunning goal, delivering a flawless attack that leaves Yamata with no chance to stop it. With 5:35 left in the second quarter, China now lead 2-0.

Q2: CHN 2-0 JPN

At halftime, the score stands at China 2-0 Japan. In the final minutes of the first half, China had a penalty corner and received a green card for He Yonghua, while also creating a thrilling forward play. Japan had only a few opportunities. Benhai has been the star of the game so far.

With 7:00 left in the third quarter, the game remains goalless and free of penalties. It’s been a battle of China’s relentless attacking prowess against Japan’s staunch defensive efforts. The match may be moving slowly, but the intensity remains high.

Q3: CHN 2-0 JPN

Japan earn a penalty corner, and Ken Nagayoshi make a strong flick, but it misses the target. Then follows yet another claim, from the Japanese forward that Chongcong has the ball on his thigh, questioning if it was high enough.

However, Japan lose the referral as the umpire determined there is no clear evidence to support the claim.

Q3: CHN 2-0 JPN

Shota Yamada and Raiki Fujishima deliver some unforgettable passes and plays, earning Japan a penalty corner. However, an excellent save by keeper Caiyu Wang preserve China’s 2-0 lead, maintaining their advantage with the score still goalless for Japan.

Q4: CHN 2-0 JPN

Japan haven't played with the urgency needed to end their season on a high note. China’s qualification for the next stage seems almost certain, evident from the enthusiasm and cheers of the Chinese fans at the Moqi Training Base. Throughout the game, China has excelled in both attacking and defending, consistently breaching the circle and demonstrating a domination over the visitors.

Q4: CHN 2-0 JPN

Chen Qijun has been shown a yellow card and will be out of the game for 10 minutes. Japan seize this opportunity with a shot from Yamada, but Caiyu's exceptional save keeps it out. 2:30 mins to go!

Q4: CHN 2-0 JPN

China secured a 2-0 victory over their arch-rivals Japan, with the two goals by Chen Benhai and Chao Jeiming.

Japan’s campaign ends on a disappointing note. China advance to the semi-finals, joining India, Pakistan, and South Korea in the next stage of the Asian Champions Trophy 2024.

China will now face three-time champions Pakistan in their semi-final match of the Asian Champions Trophy on Monday. Four-time champions India qualified for the last four with 15 points (five wins in five), while Pakistan accumulated eight (two wins, two draws). With a clean slate in their final pool match, China moved to third with six points, ahead of Korea. Read the full match report of the China vs Japan hockey game HERE.

Chen Benhai earns the honor of Hero of the Match for his outstanding performance, including a stunning goal and the important passes throughout the game.

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