China edges South Korea 1

[Photo/Xinhua]

CHANGSHA - China edged past South Korea here on Thursday for a precious 1-0 home win to keep their World Cup qualification hope alive.

Yu Dabao nailed the first victory in six matches for the host in the 34th minute at the third round of the Asian Zone qualifier.

It was also Chinese senior team's second win over the Asian neighbor in more than 30 years.