China stands 4th in Toulon
(CRIENGLISH.com)
Updated: 2006-05-25 11:27

China's Chen Tao wasted a precious penalty kick as the Chinese Olympic football team lost the 3-4 final against Portugal at the U21 Toulon tournament in France.


China's Mao Jianqing (R) challenges for the ball with a Portugal's player during their match in the Under-21 Toulon soccer Tournament, in La Londe, southern France, Wednesday, May 24, 2006.China lost the 3-4 final against Portugal.[Xinhua]

The two teams had met at group stage and played a goalless draw. However, Portugal had always been the favorite with more strength and depth.

China's Mao Jianqing hit the poles in the first half and created a penalty kick in the second half. However, captain Chen Tao missed the oppotunity.

Portugal scored the winning goal at 66th minute.

China had to settled for a fourth-place finishing at the tournament. Portugal stood 3rd.