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What is the China Cup and do drawn matches go to extra-time and penalties or straight to pens?

Ryan Giggs will take charge of his first games since becoming manager in January taking over from Chris Coleman

WALES and Ryan Giggs have travelled to China ahead of the second China Cup.

And they will face Uruguay in the final after Gareth Bale became a record-breaker when his hat-trick inspired Ryan Giggs' side to a 6-0 win over the hosts.

 Ryan Giggs has been preparing his side in China ahead of his first game in charge
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Ryan Giggs has been preparing his side in China ahead of his first game in chargeCredit: Alamy Live News

What is the China Cup?

THE China Cup is an official international tournament which is in the second year.

It will be held at the Guangxi Sports Centre, Nanning, China.

Four teams take part in a round of semi-finals and then a final.

It will be held between March, 22 and March 26.

Who are the current champions?

LAST YEAR in the inaugural edition on the Cup, it was Chile who lifted the trophy. 

Iceland were the runners-up with China and Croatia the other countries involved.

It was held in January 2017.

Which teams are involved?

WALES are the highest ranked side in the competition. 

The other teams involved are hosts China, Uruguay and Czech Republic.

How can I watch these games and can I live stream them?

YOU can watch the Wales game against Uruguay on S4C, with kick-off at 12.35pm on Monday, March 26.

Alternatively, you can keep up-to-date with all the latest action on the SunSport LIVE blog.

Will drawn matches go to extra-time and penalties or just pens?

In the event of a draw, matches will go straight to penalties.

With club games coming thick and fast after the international break, there is no appetite for drawn out periods of extra time played in the Far East.

Former Manchester United player Ryan Giggs, takes over from Chris Coleman who lead Wales to Euro 2016
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