Taiwan controversy overshadows China’s Asian Cup quarterfinal match

Taiwan faces China in the quarterfinals of the Women’s Asian Cup amid heightened political tensions, as Taiwanese fans protest their right to support their team. Former men’s coach Chen Kuei-jen was ejected for leading cheers that referenced “Taiwan” instead of the politically sensitive “Chinese Taipei.” This incident has prompted a protest to the Asian Football Confederation, which is investigating. The match holds significance as all semifinalists will qualify for next year’s Women’s World Cup in Brazil.

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