With the anticipation of almost all Chinese people, Team Am
The first round of matches was between the second and third-placed teams in the groups. As the first-placed Team Am, they had an additional eight days to recover their stamina, which was very important for them.
The outcome of the first round of matches was, as expected, beyond doubt. Cameroon was no match for Poland, and the final showdown was once again between Poland and Team Am.
Meanwhile, a dark horse emerged in South Korea's group. It was widely believed before the match that Venezuela would not be able to defeat Tunisia. However, the Venezuelans unleashed their full potential, dragging the game into overtime and then into a penalty shootout. Ultimately, they tenaciously defeated their opponents in the penalty shootout and were set to face South Korea in the second round.
The Japanese, who had been spectators throughout, met with tragedy. This was because the third-placed team in their group was Argentina, and this former World Cup champion suddenly found its form, eliminating the Japanese team, which had ranked second in the group.
Australia also unfortunately lost. In the end, only South Korea and Team Am remained from all of Asia, about to face the second round of group knockout matches.