China stands 4th in Toulon
(CRIENGLISH.com)
Updated: 2006-05-25 11:27 China's Chen Tao wasted a
precious penalty kick as the Chinese Olympic football team lost the 3-4 final
against Portugal at the U21 Toulon tournament in France.
China's Mao Jianqing
(R) challenges for the ball with a Portugal's player during their match in
the Under-21 Toulon soccer Tournament, in La Londe, southern France,
Wednesday, May 24, 2006.China lost the 3-4 final against
Portugal.[Xinhua] |
The two teams had met at group stage and played a goalless draw. However,
Portugal had always been the favorite with more strength and depth.
China's Mao Jianqing hit the poles in the first half and created a penalty
kick in the second half. However, captain Chen Tao missed the oppotunity.
Portugal scored the winning goal at 66th minute.
China had to settled for a fourth-place finishing at the tournament. Portugal
stood 3rd.
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