China's Chen Tao wasted a precious penalty kick as the Chinese
Olympic football team lost the 3-4 final against Portugal at the
U21 Toulon tournament in France.
The two teams had met at group stage and played a goalless draw.
However, Portugal had always been the favorite with more strength
and depth.
China's Mao Jianqing hit the poles in the first half and created
a penalty kick in the second half. However, captain Chen Tao missed
the opportunity.
Portugal scored the winning goal at 66th minute.
In the final between Holland and France, the host French team
successfully defended the Toulon Cup after beating?its rival
5-3.?
China had to settled for a fourth-place finishing?while
Portugal stood 3rd.
(CRI English May 25, 2006)
