Suwon: Ji So-yun's 70th-minute penalty and Jang Selgi's late goal secured South Korea's victory over Chinese Taipei in the final match of the East Asian Football Federation (EAFF) Women's E-1 Football Championship at Suwon World Cup Stadium, located approximately 30 kilometers south of Seoul. This win allowed South Korea to capture their first EAFF title since 2005.

According to Yonhap News Agency, South Korea, China, and Japan all concluded the tournament with identical records of a win and two draws, each amassing five points. South Korea's 2-2 draw with China and 1-1 draw with Japan before Wednesday's game set the stage for their decisive victory. Earlier, China and Japan played to a goalless draw after both had triumphed over Chinese Taipei. South Korea emerged on top due to goals scored in head-to-head matches among the tied teams, with South Korea netting three goals, China two, and Japan one.

The triumph earned South Korea a prize of US$70,000. Jang Selgi was recognized as the tournament's Most Valuable Player, while Kim Min-jung was named the top goalkeeper of the competition. For Ji So-yun, who has amassed 169 caps and 74 goals, this victory marked her first trophy nearly 19 years after her international debut.

Ranked 21st globally, South Korea improved their record against 42nd-ranked Chinese Taipei to 15 wins, two draws, and four losses, with all victories coming consecutively. South Korea dominated the match from the onset, despite the rainy conditions, maintaining control throughout the first half without converting their chances.

Kim Mi-yeon came close in the fifth minute, followed by Jeong Da-bin's attempt ten minutes later, both set up by Ji So-yun's precise free kicks. Jang Selgi's effort in the 36th minute was thwarted by a save from goalkeeper Wang Yu-Ting.

South Korea missed early opportunities in the second half, with Mun Eun-ju and Lee Geum-min both unable to capitalize on open looks. However, Ji broke the deadlock with her penalty in the 70th minute after Kang Chae-rim was fouled in the box. Jang sealed the win in the 85th minute with a deft finish over Wang.

South Korea dominated the game with 24 shot attempts compared to Chinese Taipei's three, recording an 11-0 advantage in shots on target.