Not perfect but well enough. Team China celebrated a long-awaited World Cup qualifier win against Singapore on Tuesday to offer home fans an escape from long sufferings supporting the underachieving squad.

Roared on by over 42,000 home fans waving red flags and clapping tirelessly, the Chinese men's team battled through a tense first half before going all out on offense in the second half to beat Singapore 4-1 in an Asian zone qualifier for the 2026 FIFA World Cup at the Olympic Sports Center Stadium in Tianjin.

The triumphant return leg of Team China's doubleheader against Singapore has helped keep its 2026 Cup qualifying hopes alive while bringing solace to fans following last week's disappointing 2-2 draw against the lowest-ranked Group C opponent in Singapore.