China's men's national football team secured a crucial victory over Thailand in their World Cup qualification match on Tuesday night, setting up a potential clash against Australia in the next round of the tournament.

The match was played at the Wanda Metropolitano Stadium in Madrid, Spain, and saw China dominate from the outset. The Chinese team, led by coach Guo Yu, put up a strong defensive effort and controlled possession throughout the game, making it difficult for Thailand to find space in the box.

Despite Thailand's best efforts to counteract China's dominance, they struggled to create any real chances. The Thai goalkeeper, Phong Thongthai, made some key saves but failed to stop several dangerous crosses and set-pieces.

In the final stages of the game, China scored two goals to seal the victory. In the 69th minute, midfielder Yang Zhihao scored after receiving a pass from forward Liang Yifan. A few minutes later, winger Wang Shiyue added another goal to give China a comfortable lead.

The win is significant for China as it brings them one step closer to qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. They now face a tough challenge against Australia, who have also qualified for the tournament through their own performance.

With this victory, China has improved their position in the group standings, moving up to third place. This means that they will face either Japan or Australia in the next round of the competition.

Overall, the victory over Thailand is a testament to the hard work and dedication of the Chinese national football team. With a strong performance in their upcoming matches, they have every chance of securing their spot in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.