China Vs Japan Live Score, Hockey Asia Cup 2025: CHN Lead JPN 2-1 As Kazumasa Matsumoto Narrows Gap

The second half is underway, and Japan are off to a flying start with a penalty corner. They’re looking to capitalize early and level the score, China’s defense will have to be at their sharpest to withstand the pressure.

The first half comes to a close with China leading Japan 2-1. It’s been a tightly contested affair, with China taking advantage early and Japan clawing back to stay in the game. Both teams will regroup and strategize during the break, plenty more action to come in the second half.

Japan pull one back! Kazumasa Matsumoto scores at 2-1, narrowing China’s lead and igniting a surge of energy in their play. The Japanese players are moving faster, pressing harder, and testing China’s defense at every opportunity. The momentum is shifting, and China will need to stay sharp to protect their lead.

Xiaojia Zhang puts China two goals ahead at 24:33. Japan now have a mountain to climb, while China look confident and in control as the second quarter continues.

China are sticking close with player-to-player marking, tightening the space and making it tough for Japan to build any meaningful attacks. Their defensive discipline is really slowing Japan’s momentum.

Penalty corner for China, and they go for a body shot, but Japan’s defense stands tall, blocking the attempt and keeping the scoreline intact.

Quarter 2 is underway! Japan are trailing and pushing hard, looking to find that equalizer. The pressure is on as they probe China’s defense, searching for openings and trying to turn the game around.

China lead Japan as the first quarter wraps up. Both teams had moments, but it’s China who struck first and hold the advantage going into the next quarter. The intensity is only going to ramp up from here.

China breaks the deadlock at 06:47. A brilliant penetration into the circle, a clean strike on goal, and it’s in, China lead! The stadium erupts as their players celebrate, and Japan now have some chasing to do. What a start to this clash.

The opening minutes are a bit cagey, nothing too dramatic yet. Both teams are testing the waters, probing for weaknesses. Japan’s players just sent a long aerial pass that had everyone on their toes, but it fizzled out before turning into a real chance. Still early days, but the tension is building.

And we’re off! The first whistle blows and the Hockey Asia Cup 2025 clash between China and Japan is officially underway. The stadium erupts as both teams rush into action, this is going to be one electrifying encounter.

National anthems underway. Japan leads the way, voices strong and proud, followed by China, filling the stadium with electric energy. The stands are packed, what a fantastic sight for hockey fans everywhere. The atmosphere is buzzing, and we’re just moments away from the clash kicking off.

Players are lining up for the national anthems! The tension is electric here at the stadium as China and Japan face off in the Hockey Asia Cup 2025. Fans are on the edge of their seats, flags waving, chants echoing, and a special moment tonight as this marks the 100th match for Kaito Tanaka. We are just moments away from the first whistle.

Asia Cup 2025 Hockey Broadcast: All matches will be shown on the Sony Sports Network and streamed live via the SonyLiv app and website.

Good Evening, hockey fans! It’s a hot day as usual in Rajgir as the Chinese men will take the field against Japan. It’s world No. 22 versus world No. 18 out today, with China very much the favourites to win considering their head-to-head records. However, hockey is as unpredictable as it can be, so stay tuned for pre-match updates and lineups as they are released.