In the first round of the U23 Asian Cup knockout round, South Korea and Indonesia staged a thrilling matchup.
This game is not only a contest between two teams, but also a competition between traditional strong teams and big dark horses, an eye-catching football feast.
South Korea have been known for their strong performances at the Under-23 Asian Cup in the past, but they failed to qualify for the semi-finals last time out, making their appearance even more interesting this year.
Since the 50s, the Korean team has used the Korean flag as their jersey badge, and this logo has accompanied them in world football.
It wasn't until 2001 that they ushered in a new emblem, a mighty tiger.
The tiger became a symbol of Korean football, representing their strength and fighting spirit.
On February 5, 2020, the South Korean team announced a new logo, this time with a cleaner and more modern design.
"Wow, the new logo is out! It looks pretty good!" one fan commented on social media.
"Yes, I think the new logo is simpler and clearer, and it still retains the image of a tiger. Another fan replied.
The new logo still retains the image of the tiger, but the design is more minimalist, enclosing the tiger in a rectangular frame, making the whole neat and clear.
At the same time, Korea's traditional red, blue, and white colors have also been retained in the new logo, representing Korea's national colors and cultural traditions.
"I think the design of the new logo is very modern and in line with the current aesthetic trends. One designer shared his thoughts online.
"Yes, and the logo is also very practical because it can be better adapted to various application scenarios. Another fan applauded.
This logo update has sparked heated discussions and discussions among fans, and everyone is full of anticipation and curiosity about this new logo.
For the South Korean team, this new logo may represent a new beginning, and with a more modern image, they will continue to move forward and fight for national glory.
"Looking forward to seeing the day when the new logo debuts!" one fan commented excitedly.
"No matter what the logo, we will continue to support our national team!" another fan said his vow.
At the same time, Indonesia, as a new dark horse, reached the quarterfinals in its first competition, adding more highlights to this game.
At the start of the game, South Korea seemed to be in control of the situation on the field, and their passing was fluid, threatening the Indonesian goal.
At this time, Li Kangxi's goal should have been the signal light for their lead, but the referee's whistle interrupted their cheers.
The fans in Indonesia cheered at this moment, as if they had smelled the breath of victory.
"Wow, this goal was blown away! We've got a chance!" said an Indonesian fan, excitedly patting his friend on the shoulder.
Soon, Strucker burst forward with the ball, and he didn't hesitate to shoot from distance, and the ball went through the wall like an arrow from the string and into the South Korean goal.
The scene was boiling and the Indonesian fans cheered loudly as their team finally took the lead, which was their first step towards victory.
"Great! We're going to win!" said an Indonesian fan jumping excitedly, the flag fluttering in the wind.
Although the South Korean team fell into passivity for a while, they did not give up and showed strong counter-attacking ability.
Yoon Ji-sung leaped high from a corner kick and his header struck the goal with a solid header to level the scores, giving South Korea a glimmer of hope.
"We've got a chance! Come on!" South Korean fans on the sidelines waved their national flags and cheered on their team.
The Indonesians were not intimidated by the equaliser and they were still looking for a chance.
Strucker once again showed his scoring prowess when his shot struck the back of the net to make it 2-1 before stoppage time.
"Wow! Struck is our hero!" an Indonesian fan hugged his friend excitedly, his eyes glinting with joy.
At the end of the first half, Indonesia clearly had the upper hand, with much more possession and shots on goal than South Korea, which gave them more confidence and motivation.
In the second half, despite South Korea's best efforts, their numerical disadvantage began to show, with a foul by Lee Yong-jun leading to a red card and South Korea were reduced to 10 men.
Just when everyone thought that South Korea had no chance of turning the tables, they showed amazing tenacity and resilience.
Zheng Xiangbin's equalizing goal was unbelievable! The fans were as excited as crazy, and the scene was full of jubilation.
"Wow! South Korea is incredible! This equalizer is so crucial!" shouted a South Korean fan excitedly.
"We still have hope! Come on!" another fan shouted as their voices echoed across the pitch.
Extra time came, and tension permeated the stadium.
Both sides tried their best, but they were never able to break the deadlock, and the score remained 2-2.
At this time, it was known that the final winner would be decided in a penalty shootout.
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"Trust our team! they can do it!" said another fan, encouraging himself and his friends.
The penalty shoot-out began, and the atmosphere on the pitch became even more tense. Every penalty kick determines the fate of victory and defeat.
The players from Indonesia and South Korea are involved in this life-and-death battle.
"Come on, stay calm!" South Korean fans cheered on their team.
In the end, the penalty shootout ended with a score of 11-10, and the Indonesian team narrowly won and advanced to the semifinals with an aggregate score of 13-12.
"Oh, that's a pity! South Korea did a great job and came close to winning!" said a neutral fan.
"Indonesia was a real surprise! They were so good!" said another fan, who was amazed by the quality of the Indonesian team.
Although the South Korean team ultimately missed out on the men's Olympic football competition, their fighting spirit and outstanding performance won people's respect and appreciation.
For the Indonesian team, whether they can continue to maintain this form and continue to move forward will be a suspense and expectation in the future games.
This match is not just a football match, but a true portrayal of sportsmanship and team will.
The result of this match means that South Korea will not qualify for the Olympic men's football competition, and for Indonesia, how far they can go on the road to the dark horse, whether they can continue to perform well and become a dark horse in this U23 Asian Cup, will be the focus of great attention and expectation.
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