South Korea defeats Bahrain 2-1 in Asian Cup

DOHA, Qatar - Koo Ja-cheol scored twice Monday in South Korea’s 2-1 win over Bahrain in Group C of the Asian Cup.

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Published: Tue 11 Jan 2011, 1:01 AM

Last updated: Mon 6 Apr 2015, 7:10 PM

The midfielder made it 1-0 in the 40th minute after collecting the rebound when Bahrain’s goalkeeper failed to hold Cha Du-ri’s shot.

Koo gave his team a two-goal lead at Al Gharrafa stadium in the 52nd minute to reward South Korea’s domination.

A defense-minded Bahrain pulled a goal back in the 86th minute from the penalty spot.

South Korea defender Kwak Tae Hwi was sent off for a foul in 83rd minute.


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