Women’s Asian Cup: Japan thrash South Korea 4-1 to set up final clash with Australia

Sydney, March 18 (IANS) Japan delivered a commanding display to defeat South Korea 4-1 in the semifinal of the AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2026 played at Stadium Australia in Sydney on Wednesday, booking their place in the title clash against hosts Australia. Coached by Nils Nielsen, Japan were in control for most of the contest, […]
Women’s Asian Cup: Japan beat Chinese Taipei in Group C opener

Perth, March 4 (IANS) Former champions Japan opened their campaign in the AFC Women’s Asian Cup with an easy 2-0 win over Chinese Taipei in Western Australia on Wednesday. After failing to capitalise on repeated chances to open the scoring in the first hour, Japan got the breakthrough in the 61st minute when midfielder Momoko […]
Women’s Asian Cup: India to launch Asian Cup journey in Perth against Vietnam

Perth, March 3 (IANS) After four years of hurt, the Indian senior women’s national team is finally ready to begin its AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2026 journey against Vietnam at the Perth Rectangular Stadium on Wednesday in Perth, Australia, starting its campaign with a clash against Vietnam. The Blue Tigresses’ World Cup dream came to […]
Football Australia names squad for home Women’s Asian Cup

Sydney, Feb 19 (IANS) Football Australia (FA) on Thursday named a 26-player squad for the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026. Head coach Joe Montemurro selected eight players set to feature at the tournament for the first time. The squad will be led by captain Sam Kerr, who is set to play at her fifth […]