China U23 team beat Syria to qualify at Asian Games

After 20 minutes, the Chinese team continued to attack the opponents' defense through rapid advancing of Wei and Chen, and gradually took the initiative. In the 35th minute, Chen took advantage of his speed and shot a high-quality long-range shot, which was saved by the Syrian goalkeeper.

Wei scored the opener in the 40th minute before Zhang made it two goals at the end of the first half, and Chen sealed the match in the 66th minute.

In another Group C match, the UAE defeated East Timor 4-1 to share second place with Syria, who will take on East Timor in its last group match.

China will face their last opponent UAE on Sunday night.