Korea’s performance
Looking ahead to next year’s Asian Cup, there’s plenty for Korea’s women to be optimistic about. Recent international friendlies have been instrumental in allowing Shin Sangwoo to experiment with his squad, experimentation which bore fruit in the East Asian Cup. The team looked more comfortable with each other, playing with a fluidity that allowed more defensive players to drive the ball forward as their teammates seamlessly dropped back to cover their position. Korea also brought a renewed energy and intensity to all three matches, pressing their rivals high up the pitch and staying focused until the final whistle.