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Goalkeeper Hong Seong: Korea Republic advanced to the semifinals of the 2025 AFC U-20 Asian Cup with a dramatic 3-2 penalty shootout win over defending champions Uzbekistan after their quarter-final ended 3-3.

The thrilling match, held on Sunday in Shenzhen, saw Korea Republic hold a 3-1 lead until Uzbekistan mounted a late comeback, scoring twice in the final minutes of regulation to force extra time.

Despite leading 3-1, Korea Republic found themselves under pressure when Uzbekistan’s determination in the closing stages of regular time leveled the score at 3-3. In extra time, neither team was able to find the winner, and the match was ultimately decided by penalties.