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Asian Cup roundup: Jordan denied famous win over South Korea by late own goal

20-Jan-2024 17:12:33 | The Guardian

• Al-Naimat put Jordan ahead but Al-Arab’s error saw it end 2-2
• Madani’s added-time strike gives Bahrain 1-0 win over Malaysia

Jordan were denied a first ever victory over South Korea by a 91st-minute own goal from Yazan Al-Arab that saw their Asian Cup Group E game end in 2-2 draw at Al Thumama Stadium in Doha.

After falling behind to a Son Heung-min penalty, Bahrain entered second-half stoppage time leading 2-1 thanks to an own goal from Park Yong-Woo and a long-range strike from Yazan Al-Naimat, but the Arab nations were denied a famous victory when Hwang In-beom’s shot was diverted into the net by Al-Arab. The draw leaves both teams on four points after two games and on course to qualify for the knockout stages.