Brazil v China PR
Kick-off: Tuesday, 16:30 (UTC+1)

China PR will kick off the Asian challenge with an enticing tie against Brazil, with the East Asian side making their debut at this stage of the tournament.

They advanced after a second-place finish in Group C but China PR will know they have to up their game if there is to be further progression.

Wang Hongliang' side, however, showed they can learn from their mistakes with added focus on their defence following the 5-2 defeat to the United States in the group stage leading to a resilient performance in the 4-0 win against Ecuador which sealed their knockout stage spot.

China PR will feel confident of their chances against Brazil, who confirmed their spot after finishing runners-up in Group but with a haul of just four points - five behind Italy.

Leading the Asian side's threat upfront will be Zhou Xinyi, with the forward on four goals after the group stage.

DPR Korea v Morocco
Kick-off: Tuesday, 20:00 (UTC+1)

DPR Korea will face Morocco with a partisan crowd expected to back the hosts but the defending champions will be undaunted as they continue their bid for a record-extending fourth title.

Adding confidence will be the fact that they topped Group B with a perfect record of nine points, with DPR Korea showing they not only have technical ability but also great determination, as shown in the last gasp 2-1 win against Cameroon.

Morocco qualified as one of the best third-placed teams and DPR Korea will count on the duo of Yu Jong Hyang (pictured above) and Kim Won Sim – who are both on three goals - to see off the challenge of the hosts.

Japan v Colombia
Kick-off: Wednesday, 20:00 (UTC+1)

Japan also showed their indomitable spirit in topping Group F, with the 2014 champions scoring through Noa Fukushima to secure a 1-1 draw with Paraguay.

That secured a Round of 16 tie against Colombia, who finished second in Group E behind Spain.

Sadayoshi Shirai was proud of his side's unwavering belief against Paraguay, saying it heralds well for their showdown with Colombia, with the head coach expecting another tough test.

Fukushima – with three goals - is their leading scorer but Japan have depth and this should see them past Colombia.

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