FIFA World Cup qualification (AFC): Australia 3-1 China

In the third stage of the World Cup Asian qualifiers, Australia and China faced off in a fierce match. In the 20th minute, Xie Wenneng scored first with an assist from Zhang Yuning. In the 2nd minute of first-half stoppage time, Miller equalized with a header from a set piece. Three minutes later, Fernando fell in the penalty area, and the referee awarded a corner kick.

In the 53rd minute of the second half, Goodwin scored a stunning long-range goal to give Australia the lead. In the 2nd minute of stoppage time, Australia sealed the victory with Velupillay, who scored on his debut after coming on as a substitute. In the end, Australia defeated China 3-1, securing their first victory in the 18-team stage of the qualifiers.