China Edges Bahrain 1-0 in World Cup Qualifier

China's national football team reignited their World Cup hopes with a dramatic 1-0 victory over Bahrain in Riffa, thanks to a last-minute goal from Zhang Yuning, which came just after Bahrain had a goal disallowed by VAR. This win positioned China alongside Australia and Saudi Arabia in Group C, all on six points, while Japan leads with 10 points. The match was marked by Bahrain's frustration, particularly after veteran defender Waleed Al Hayyam received a red card in the dying minutes. Chinese fans celebrated the victory, which has sparked renewed optimism for their team's potential qualification for the World Cup after a 20-year absence. Moving forward, China faces a critical match against Japan, while Bahrain will seek redemption against Australia. The Asian qualifiers are intensifying as teams jockey for the top two automatic spots in the upcoming World Cup.