China coach says team on right track despite Asian Cup heartache

The defending champions crashed in Perth on Tuesday after a moment of magic from star Matildas striker Sam Kerr sealed a 2-1 win for the hosts. "I thought we were brave. We tried to press the opposition at times, but in the end they have that individual quality and that was probably the difference," said Milicic. Despite the defeat, it was a step forward for a team whose results have been disappointing since lifting the trophy in India four years ago. They bowed out in the group stage of the 2023...