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DPR Korea’s Chae Un yong named Most Valuable Player

DPR Korea’s Chae Un yong named Most Valuable Player

Tashkent: DPR Korea’s Chae Un yong’s dazzling performances saw her named as Most Valuable Player of the AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup™ Uzbekistan 2024 on Saturday.
Midfielder Chae picked up the award after she helped her nation beat Japan in the final, having been in sterling form throughout the tournament. 
Chae’s contributions included scoring twice and assisting three goals, including the equaliser in the 2-1 come from behind win against Japan in the final on Saturday.

The 20-year-old's energetic presence in midfield played a major part in DPR Korea remaining undefeated at Uzbekistan 2024. 
 
“I cannot express my happiness right now,” said Chae. “It is because of my family and coaches who have built me to be who I am, so I would like to thank everybody for this big victory today.”

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