The trophy was lifted for a record-extending fifth time after Japan survived a scare in the second half, with China PR fighting back from 3-0 down to come within a whisker of pulling off a sensational comeback.
China PR made just one change to the line-up that defeated Australia 2-0 in the semi-finals – Pan Chaowei replacing Zhao Songyuan - while Japan opted for six from their 3-2 win on penalties against Uzbekistan. .....
𝗙𝗧 | 🇨🇳 China PR 2️⃣-3️⃣ Japan 🇯🇵
— #AsianCup2027 (@afcasiancup) May 22, 2026
Japan hold on to lift the #AFCU17 title after a thrilling final in Jeddah! 🏆#CHNvJPN pic.twitter.com/X8I3ZtpOdA
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