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North Korea Dominates Bangladesh 10-0 in Asian Games Opener
14 Sep
Summary
- North Korea secured a dominant 10-0 victory over Bangladesh in their Asian Games opener.
- Japan-born striker Ri Song A, playing for North Korea, scored in the second half.
- The team aims for Asian supremacy and a World Cup berth, aiming to inspire youth.
North Korea commenced their Asian Games journey with an overwhelming 10-0 triumph over Bangladesh on Monday, cheered on by supportive fans in Osaka.
The team, a strong contender for the gold medal, demonstrated their prowess by netting seven goals before halftime.
Striker Ri Song A, who has ties to Japan, contributed to the team's success by scoring in the second half. She expressed a strong desire to help the team achieve their goals, including reaching the Asian summit and qualifying for the World Cup.
North Korea, which had previously suspended international sports participation due to the Covid-19 pandemic, has since returned to major competitions. The team is set to face a significant match against South Korea on September 21.
The men's football team will also begin their tournament campaign against China on Wednesday.
