Sydney, March 6 -- The Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) moved to the brink ofthe Women's Asian Cup quarterfinals after a 5-0 win over Bangladesh here on Friday.
DPRK, which returned to the tournament for the first time since finishing runner-up at the 2010 edition in China, had beaten Uzbekistan 3-0 in the Group B opener. It now leads the group withsix points and will face defending champion China on Monday.
DPRK, a three-time champion, was frustrated for much of the first half against Bangladesh aftertwo goals were overturned by video review, according to Xinhua.
Bangladesh finally conceded just before halftime when Afida Khandaker gave away a penalty. Myong Yu Jong, fresh off her hat-trick against Uzbekistan, converted from...