Philippines

Marcello Lippi China had to come from behind to beat Kyrgyzstan in their Asian Cup opener, with coach Marcello Lippi demanding a more balanced approach.

Australia Asian Cup champions Australia will begin their quest to reach a fourth-successive World Cup finals against Jordan, Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan and Bangladesh.

Brazil Switzerland upset Brazil 1-0, Germany drew 3-3 with Paraguay and Spain toppled Ecuador 2-0 in the pick of Wednesday's friendly action.

Singapore secured a shock World Cup qualifying draw in Japan on a day in which the tiny island of Guam celebrated victory over India.

Vitalij Lux scored a hat-trick as Kyrgyzstan beat Philippines to boost their hopes of third-place qualification in the 2019 Asian Cup,

Wu Lei turned in an outstanding individual display as China reached the next stage of the Asian Cup with victory over the Philippines.

Jordan piled the pressure on Australia with a victory over Tajikistan on a busy day of AFC World Cup qualifiers.

It was a day to remember for Guam as they ended their long wait for a World Cup qualifying victory.

Japan and South Korea continued to impress with victories in AFC World Cup qualification, while Australia got back to winning way.

Sung-Yong Ki Neil Etheridge's decision to skip the Asian Cup with the Philippines is one head coach Sven-Goran Eriksson understands.