Branko Ivankovic's comment on China 1-0 Bahrain in Chongqing: "It was a fantastic match—we’re very happy and satisfied to have wrapped up the World Cup qualifiers with a victory. In front of tens of thousands of home fans, the players held their nerve under pressure, showcased their abilities, and gave everything through relentless pressing and running. The opponent was a strong team, and winning wasn’t easy—everyone gave their all. "