AFC Asian Cup 2019: South Korea vs. Philippines - 3 reasons why the Taegeuk Warriors defeated the Azkals

#1 Brilliant passing and crossing in the attacking third

Lee Jae-sung tries to head the ball

Having a high possession percentage and dictating the pace of the game doesn't always ensure you would walk away with three points. Iceland, who parked the bus in their match against Argentina in the FIFA World Cup, walked away with a draw and, South Korea caused a massive upset when they ousted Germany from the tournament.

Philippines took a leaf out of their oppositions' book but the same trick wasn't to be applicable on the master. The Azkals' tactic backfired as they fell prey to South Korea's scintillating short passes and crosses in the attacking third.

They showed no fear while passing the ball amongst themselves inside the box and rarely lost the ball. Lesser fancied teams will fancy the tactic of parking the bus in front of the Asian Giants. Countries like Australia, Iran, and Saudi Arabia should draw inspiration from South Korea as they are bound to face oppositions employing this tactic in the later stages of the game.