Successfully defending their title!!! The Japan national team crushed the China national team to win the 2026 AFC U23 Championship.
On 24 Jan 2026 GMT+7, the final of the AFC U23 Championship 2026 took place between Japan, two-time former champions and the defending titleholders, and China, who were seeking their first championship.
Japan defeated China decisively with a 4-0 score to claim the 2026 AFC U23 Championship, marking their third title in this tournament after victories in 2016 and 2024.
Goalscorers
Yuto Oseki, 12th minute
Kosei Ogura, 20th minute
Ryunosuke Sato, 60th minute (penalty)
Kosei Ogura, 76th minute
Photo: From web.gekisaka.jp