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Marcello Lippi China had to come from behind to beat Kyrgyzstan in their Asian Cup opener, with coach Marcello Lippi demanding a more balanced approach.

Alain Perrin Fresh from a shock win over Japan, North Korea will be out to make it two from two at the East Asian Cup.

Iran Iran were one of five nations to book their place at the 2015 AFC Asian Cup on Tuesday with qualification victories.

Australia Asian Cup champions Australia will begin their quest to reach a fourth-successive World Cup finals against Jordan, Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan and Bangladesh.

Joachim Löw China have given Marcello Lippi a vote of confidence amid reports they could move for Germany coach Joachim Low.

Marcello Lippi China's Asian Cup campaign is likely to mark the end of Marcello Lippi's time in charge and they beat Thailand 2-1 to reach the last eight.

Sardar Azmoun Sardar Azmoun scored one and set up another in the first half as Iran saw off China to reach the semi-finals of the Asian Cup.

Heung-Min Son Son Heung-min impressed on his first outing of the 2019 Asian Cup as South Korea comfortably defeated China to top Group C.