The U23 Asian Cup final is today (2026.1.24), China vs Japan, live on CCTV-5.

According to the official schedule, the final between China and Japan will be held tonight at 11 PM.

CCTV-5 will begin live broadcast of the final at 10:55 PM tonight. Everyone is invited to watch.

Match preview

1. In the bronze medal match that concluded early this morning, Vietnam beat South Korea to secure third place.
2. In the semifinals, Japan won 1-0 against South Korea, indicating that Japan’s strength might not be as overwhelming as expected.
3. Therefore, as long as we arrange our tactics properly tonight, with the cooperation of Wang Yudong and Bai Helamu and the steadfast defense by goalkeeper Li Hao, we hope to challenge Japan within 90 minutes, win the championship, and create a miracle.
4. Do you think we have a chance? I am very confident that we can win the match.