Australia's draw with China in the FIH Hockey World Cup has kept their hopes of reaching the semi-finals alive. The team's strong attacking numbers, recording 22 circle entries and 12 shots on goal, were not enough to secure a win. China moved ahead in the 39th minute when Zhang Ying converted a penalty corner, but Australia responded nine minutes later after being awarded a penalty stroke. Abigail Wilson made no mistake as she fired the ball through the goalkeeper's legs to level the score. The Hockeyroos produced the stronger attacking numbers, but could not find the winning goal, despite earning a late penalty corner with only a minute remaining. Australia's Player of the Match Amy Lawton said the team could take confidence from the result while still believing there was more to give.

What happened? Australia and China played out a 1-1 draw in the FIH Hockey World Cup.

Why it matters for Australia The draw keeps Australia's hopes of reaching the semi-finals alive.

What comes next? Australia will face Brazil in their next fixture on September 25. With their current league standing of 2nd in the World Cup, 4 points, 1 win, 1 draw, and 1 loss from 3 games, recent form LDLW, Australia will look to build on their momentum. Goals this season have been scarce, with only 2 scored and 2 conceded, resulting in a 0 goal difference. The team is 2 points behind leaders USA in the title race. Their last result was a 1-1 draw against Egypt on July 3. Recent form has been inconsistent, with 1 win, 3 draws, and 1 loss in their last 5 games. Australia's next fixture is against Brazil at home on September 25.