Asian cup 2019: Japan, Uzbekistan advance to knockouts
In the Asian cup, Japan have secured their place in the knockout stage, following a 1-0 win over Oman in a group F encounter in Abu Dhabi.
Genki Haraguchi smashed home the winner from the penalty spot before the half hour mark. The result gave Japan 6 points in 2 matches as they booked their place in the last 16. Oman have lost their 2 opening matches and face Turkmenistan in their final group match.
In the day's late kickoff, Eldor Shomurodof bagged a 1st-half brace as Uzbekistan crushed Turkmenistan 4-0 in a clash of former Soviet republics.
The Uzbeks progressed and moved to the top of group F, ahead of Japan, on goal difference. Uzbekistan need a draw against Japan on Thursday to qualify as group F winners.
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