The Korean women’s soccer team, which participated in the Arnold Clark Cup, recorded three losses.
The national team led by head coach Colin Bell lost 1-2 in the third round of the Arnold Clark Cup against Italy held at the Ashton Gate Stadium in Bristol, England on the 23rd (Korean time). Korea finished this tournament with three consecutive losses. Korea lost 0-4 in the first match against England and 1-2 in the second match against Belgium.안전놀이터
On this day, Korea allowed Italy Adriana Caruso a header in the 6th minute of the first half. Afterwards, he increased his possession of the ball through a short pass and put pressure on his opponent. However, he was seldom able to create decisive scoring opportunities.
Even in the second half, South Korea struggled against Italy’s defense, but in the 24th minute of the second half, Ji So-yeon’s one shot turned the game around. Son Hwa-yeon took the ball through forward pressure and passed it to Choi Yuri. Choi Yu-ri passed the ball back to Ji So-yeon. Ji So-yeon split the Italian net with a kick shot.
Afterwards, Korea stepped up the offensive and tried to turn the tables, but failed to open the opponent’s goal. Instead, Martina Rosuchi scored the winning goal in extra time in the second half and lost 1-2.