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Asian Cup Quarterfinals Recap: Son Heung-min Leads South Korea to Victory

Son Heung-min's extra-time heroics secure South Korea's spot in the Asian Cup semis after a thrilling comeback win

In the AFC Asian Cup 2023 quarterfinals, South Korea triumphed over Australia with a remarkable 2-1 victory in extra time, propelled by Son Heung-min's exceptional performance. The match, held at Al Janoub Stadium, showcased South Korea's resilience and determination as they secured a spot in the semi-finals. Son Heung-min's pivotal role in the game, including a stunning free-kick in extra time, proved to be the defining moment of the match, leading South Korea to a well-deserved win.

Australia put up a tough fight, coming tantalizingly close to upsetting South Korea until the final moments when a series of events sealed their fate. Despite the Socceroos' strong performance, South Korea's unwavering spirit and Son's brilliance ultimately secured their advancement. The intense battle between the two teams kept the spectators on the edge of their seats, with the match culminating in a dramatic and unforgettable conclusion.

Following the quarterfinal victory, South Korea is now set to face Jordan in the semi-finals, promising more thrilling football action ahead. The Asian Cup continues to deliver excitement and surprises, captivating fans and showcasing the best of Asian football talent on display.

Stay tuned for more updates and highlights as the competition heats up in the race for the AFC Asian Cup championship title.

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Son guides South Korea to Asian Cup semis with extra time winner ... (Reuters)

South Korea advanced to the semi-finals of the Asian Cup with a 2-1 comeback win over Australia in extra time at Al Janoub Stadium on Friday after Son ...

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LIVE: Australia vs South Korea – AFC Asian Cup 2023 quarterfinal (Aljazeera.com)

Follow our live build-up and commentary from the second quarterfinal of the AFC Asian Cup 2023.

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Son magic takes S. Korea into Asian Cup semi-final with Jordan (FRANCE 24)

South Korea will face Jordan in the Asian Cup semi-finals after Son Heung-min stepped up in extra time with a sumptuous free-kick to see off Australia 2-1 ...

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Socceroos lose Asian Cup quarter-final to South Korea in extra-time ... (The Sydney Morning Herald)

For 94 minutes Australia were on the brink of upsetting South Korea and skipping into the semi-finals. Then came a penalty, a free kick, a red card – and a ...

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Australia's Miller will learn from errors in Asian Cup loss to S Korea ... (The Straits Times)

AL WAKRAH, Qatar - Australia coach Graham Arnold refused to blame Lewis Miller after the defender conceded a penalty and a free kick which allowed South ...

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Son extra-time winner sends South Korea into Asian Cup semis ... (The Associated Press)

Son Heung-min has given South Korea a dramatic 2-1 win over Australia after extra time in the quarterfinals of the Asian Cup in Qatar.

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'Zombie football' keeps Son and South Korea alive at Asian Cup (CNA)

DOHA: South Korea's Asian Cup performances have been dubbed "zombie football" but Son Heung-min says the way they keep coming back to life shows the team ...

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AFC Asian Cup: Son Heung-min says 'no excuses' in South Korea ... (South China Morning Post)

Spurs forward shrugs off talk of fatigue after his extra-time winner sent his team into the last four, having needed a 96th-minute equaliser to keep their ...

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Heartache for the Socceroos after latest Asian Cup disappointment ... (ESPN)

Australia had its chances against South Korea but could not capitalise. Instead, it's a third consecutive quarterfinal exit at the Asian Cup for the ...

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Australia's Miller will learn from errors in Asian Cup loss to S Korea ... (Reuters)

Australia coach Graham Arnold refused to blame Lewis Miller after the defender conceded a penalty and a free kick which allowed South Korea to make a ...

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Son Heung-min's dazzling extra-time free kick seals South Korea's ... (CNN)

A dazzling extra-time Son Heung-min free kick sealed a dramatic victory for South Korea in the Asian Cup quarterfinals against Australia.

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LIVE: Iran vs Japan – AFC Asian Cup quarterfinal (Aljazeera.com)

Follow our build-up, team news and text commentary as Iran face Japan in the AFC Asian Cup quarterfinals.

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Iran should have played Japan in Asian Cup final, not quarters ... (Reuters)

Japan and Iran should have met in the Asian Cup final and not the quarters, Iranian coach Amir Ghalenoei said on Friday, adding that the east Asian side are ...

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Japan finally run out of luck as Asian Cup favourites fall to Iran in ... (ESPN)

With Japan expected to finally come good at the Asian Cup, they would instead run out of luck as Iran eliminated them from the Asian Cup quarterfinals.

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Iran eliminate Japan from Asian Cup after Jahanbakhsh nets late ... (The Straits Times)

AL RAYYAN, Qatar - Iran knocked four-times champions Japan out of the Asian Cup with a 2-1 victory in their quarter-final clash after skipper Alireza ...

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Heartache for the Socceroos after latest Asian Cup disappointment ... (ESPN)

Australia had its chances against South Korea but could not capitalise. Instead, it's a third consecutive quarterfinal exit at the Asian Cup for the ...

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Iran eliminate Japan from Asian Cup after Jahanbakhsh nets late ... (Reuters)

Iran knocked four-times champions Japan out of the Asian Cup with a 2-1 victory in their quarter-final clash after skipper Alireza Jahanbakhsh converted a ...

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Football: Iran eliminate Japan from Asian Cup last 8 on late penalty (Kyodo News Plus)

Iran eliminates Asian Cup favorites Japan in the quarterfinals of the tournament after Alireza Jahanbakhsh's injury-time penalty delivered a 2-1 victory for ...

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Ghalenoei slams Iran media critics after sealing Asian Cup semi ... (The Straits Times)

AL RAYYAN, Qatar - Iran coach Amir Ghalenoei fired a broadside at his country's media after guiding his team to the semi-finals of the Asian Cup on Saturday ...

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Japan finally run out of luck as Asian Cup favourites fall to Iran in ... (ESPN)

With Japan expected to finally come good at the Asian Cup, they would instead run out of luck as Iran eliminated them from the Asian Cup quarterfinals.

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Iran eliminates Japan from Asian Cup after late penalty (The Japan Times)

Iran knocked out four-time champions Japan with a 2-1 victory in their Asian Cup quarterfinal clash after captain Alireza Jahanbakhsh converted a penalty in ...

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Iran's injury-time penalty dumps Japan out of Asian Cup and seals ... (The Guardian)

Iran knocked out the four-time champions Japan 2-1 with a dramatic injury-time penalty from their captain, Alireza Jahanbakhsh.

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Iran beat Japan 2-1 for a place in AFC Asian Cup 2023 semifinal (Aljazeera.com)

Iran scored a dramatic stoppage-time penalty to eliminate Japan from the Asian Cup and book a place in the semifinal.

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Son guides South Korea to Asian Cup semis with extra time against ... (The Business Times)

SOUTH Korea advanced to the semi-finals of the Asian Cup with a 2-1 comeback win over Australia in extra time at Al Janoub Stadium on Friday (Feb 2), ...

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Iran score 96th-minute winner to stun Japan and reach Asian Cup ... (FRANCE 24)

Iran will play hosts and holders Qatar or Uzbekistan in the Asian Cup semi-finals after Alireza Jahanbakhsh scored a 96th-minute penalty for a dramatic 2-1 ...

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AFC Asian Cup 2023: Iran eliminates Japan to reach semifinals after ... (Sportstar)

Iran knocked out four-time champion Japan with a 2-1 victory in its Asian Cup quarterfinal clash after skipper Alireza Jahanbakhsh converted a penalty in ...

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Iran and Qatar complete Asian Cup semi-final line up (beIN SPORTS AUSTRALIA)

Asian Cup host and holder Qatar will face Iran in the semi-finals after both teams progressed from the last eight.

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Ghalenoei slams Iran media critics after sealing Asian Cup semi ... (Reuters)

Iran coach Amir Ghalenoei fired a broadside at his country's media after guiding his team to the semi-finals of the Asian Cup on Saturday, saying some of ...

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