Asian Cup Semi-Final Match Analysis: South Korea 2-0 Iraq
South Korea secured a place in the Asian Cup final for the first time since 1988.
Author: Tim Palmer
Tim is a football coach, writer, analyst and sports scientist. He is currently Assistant Technical Director, Head of Player Development & Video and a coach at NWSF Spirit, as well as working with the Pararoos. Previously, he has worked as an analyst with the Socceroos, and in the A-League.
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