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Vietnam progressed despite suffering a 2-0 defeat to already-qualified Uzbekistan, while Korea Republic defeated Saudi Arabia by the same scoreline in Group D.
Group C
Vietnam 0-2 Uzbekistan
Uzbekistan made the perfect start with Muhammadali Urinboev opening the scoring in the fifth minute.
Vietnam battled to find a way back into the contest but Uzbekistan remained in control, with Nurlan Ibraimov doubling their advantage in the 67th minute to seal the victory.
The result saw Uzbekistan finish top of Group C with nine points, while Vietnam advanced in second place on four.
Philippines 2-1 Kuwait
The Philippines signed off their campaign with a 2-1 win over Kuwait, with Andres Aldeguer's stoppage-time penalty securing all three points.
Santiago Rublico put the Philippines ahead in the 19th minute before Kuwait drew level to leave the contest finely poised heading into the closing stages.
With the match seemingly destined for a draw, Aldeguer converted from the spot in the first minute of added time to seal the Philippines' first win of the campaign.
The Philippines finished third on three points, with Kuwait ending their campaign on one.
Group D
Korea Republic 2-0 Saudi Arabia
Korea Republic 2-0 Saudi Arabia
After a goalless opening 45 minutes, Shin Min-ha broke the deadlock in the 67th minute, converting after being set up by Eom Ji-sung.
Korea Republic quickly doubled their advantage, Kim Myeong-jun finding the back of the net in the 69th minute following Bae Hyun-seo's assist to put the East Asian side firmly in control.
Saudi Arabia were unable to respond as Korea Republic saw out the remainder of the contest to secure their place in the last eight.
Photo: Korea Football Association
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