Trevor Morgan’s side started their campaign with a 5-1 win over Krygyz Republic before coming back from a goal down to see off Qatar 3-1 on Matchday Two.

“We selected the 23 players and we intend to use them so we must trust them. Every match, our objective is to prepare to win so we will do that,” said Morgan. 

“The scenario (which teams we could face), we don't know yet. Anyway when the national team steps onto the pitch, we want to win so our objectives won't change and we will make the decision on the right players to use for the game.”

China PR were equally untroubled in their opening fixture with Dejan Djurdjevic’s charges notching a 2-1 victory over Qatar before securing the three points in a 5-2 win against Kyrgyz Republic.

“We have overcome the jitters from playing in front of our home fans. Most of our players don’t have much exposure on the international stage. It was not easy but we are now through to the next round,” said Djurdjevic.

“Now we need to focus on our match against Australia. We have met them once in November 2024 at the Panda Cup, which ended in a 1-1 draw. It will be an interesting match as both teams are through to the next round and may rest some players.”

Venue: Baoan Sports Centre Stadium (Shenzhen)

Kick-off: Tuesday,  19:30 (UTC+8)