- India beat China 3-0 in their group-stage match at the Bihar Women’s Asian Champions Trophy 2024.
- Goals from Sangita Kumari, Salima Tete, and Deepika secured the win.
- Deepika topped the goal-scoring chart with her eighth goal of the tournament.
India delivered a commanding performance, defeating China 3-0 in their penultimate group-stage match at the Bihar Women’s Asian Champions Trophy 2024. Goals from Sangita Kumari, Salima Tete, and Deepika put India firmly at the top of the group standings.
Despite some early chances from China, India’s relentless pressure and precise passing game kept the opponents at bay. Deepika’s final goal in the last minute of the match secured her position as the tournament’s leading scorer with 8 goals.
Deepika’s Brace and Team Effort Propel India to 3-0 Victory Over China at Women’s Asian Champions Trophy
In the second quarter, China had a few promising counter-attacks, including a dangerous cross from Chencheng Liu, but India’s defense, led by goalkeeper Bichu, stood firm. India earned a penalty corner but failed to convert, while China’s Yanan Xu missed a chance with a reverse tomahawk. The lack of goals continued as the half ended in a stalemate.
The third quarter was where India made their breakthrough. After a defensive mispass by China, Deepika seized the opportunity and set up Sangita Kumari, who deflected the ball into the net to give India a 1-0 lead. Moments later, Preeti Dubey’s run and pass to Salima Tete extended India’s lead to 2-0. China struggled to respond, and India looked increasingly in control.
In the final quarter, China removed their goalkeeper to chase a goal, but India’s defense was impenetrable. With just seconds left, Deepika scored her eighth goal of the tournament from a penalty corner, sealing the match 3-0. This victory confirmed India’s place at the top of the group as they head into the final match of the round-robin phase.
India’s clinical performance against China cemented their place as a dominant force in the group stage. With a solid defensive foundation and clinical finishing, India looks well-prepared for the knockout rounds, especially with Deepika’s impressive goal-scoring form.
“Pressure makes diamonds.” – India’s defense stood tall under pressure, while their attacking players, like Deepika and Salima, showed sharpness to turn chances into goals.
