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East Asia Wrap: Chengdu surge; Kashima edge Urawa; Ulsan hit five

Mon, 20 Apr, 2026

East Asia Wrap: Chengdu surge; Kashima edge Urawa; Ulsan hit five

Hong Kong: Chengdu Rongcheng continued their strong start to the Chinese Super League season to remain top, while defending champions Shanghai Port FC dropped further points.

In Japan, Kashima Antlers extended their lead in Group A, while results remained tight in Group B. FC Seoul stayed top despite defeat in Korea Republic as Ulsan HD delivered the most emphatic result of the round.

Join the the-AFC.com for a look back at the past week’s domestic action across East Asia.

Shaikh Salman lauds expanded #U20WAC format as Japan reclaim crown

Sat, 18 Apr, 2026

Shaikh Salman lauds expanded #U20WAC format as Japan reclaim crown

Kuala Lumpur: Asian Football Confederation (AFC) President Shaikh Salman bin Ebrahim Al Khalifa has extended his warmest congratulations to Japan for being crowned champions of the AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ as the East Asians defeated DPR Korea 1-0 to clinch their seventh title after a thrilling Final at the Thammasat Stadium in Thailand on Saturday.

It was a familiar battle for the title: for the fifth time in a row, the two powerhouses faced off in the all-important decider. With nine Final appearances each, their recurring rivalry once again highlighted their undisputed dominance in Asian youth women’s football.

Han vows sharper DPR Korea at global challenge

Sat, 18 Apr, 2026

Han vows sharper DPR Korea at global challenge

Pathum Thani: DPR Korea head coach Han Chol Hak cut a disappointed figure after seeing his side edged 1-0 by Japan in the AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ final on Saturday.

Despite enjoying 61 percent of possession, DPR Korea were unable to break down Japan’s resolute defence despite 17 shots - five of which were on target - as they fell short in their bid to retain the title.

DPR Korea’s Ok I emerges Top Scorer

Sat, 18 Apr, 2026

DPR Korea’s Ok I emerges Top Scorer

Pathum Thani: Pak Ok I won the AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ Top Scorer award after the DPR Korea midfielder closed the continental showpiece with seven goals on Saturday.

Ok I found the back of the net in all three group stage ties and in the quarter-finals before DPR Korea’s 1-0 defeat to Japan in the final. 

DPR Korea's Ju Gyong named Best Goalkeeper

Sat, 18 Apr, 2026

DPR Korea's Ju Gyong named Best Goalkeeper

Pathum Thani: Pak Ju Gyong’s outstanding performances between the posts earned the DPR Korea custodian Best Goalkeeper honours at the AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup Thailand 2026™.

This is the second time the 19-year-old has bagged a continental award, claiming her first at the AFC U17 Women’s Asian Cup™ Indonesia 2024.

Japan edge DPR Korea to lift title

Sat, 18 Apr, 2026

Japan edge DPR Korea to lift title

Pathum Thani: Japan upstaged a dominant DPR Korea 1-0 to emerge champions of the AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ at the Thammasat Stadium on Saturday.

Momoka Sano struck the winner as Akira Ijiri’s side clinched a record-extending seventh title, while defending champions DPR Korea were left to wonder how they lost a match they had largely controlled. 

Preview - Final: Japan v DPR Korea

Sat, 18 Apr, 2026

Preview - Final: Japan v DPR Korea

Pathum Thani: Japan and DPR Korea are set for an epic encounter in the final of the AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ on Saturday.

The sides go into the continental decider with perfect records, brushing aside the competition to set up a repeat of the 2024 final in Uzbekistan, where DPR Korea dashed Japan’s hope of four consecutive titles with a 2-1 win.

Ri focused on steering DPR Korea to glory

Sat, 18 Apr, 2026

Ri focused on steering DPR Korea to glory

Pathum Thani: For Ri Ji Song, her mission in the AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ final against Japan on Saturday is clear - help DPR Korea defend their title.

A consistent presence throughout the campaign, Ri has featured in all five of DPR Korea’s matches, registering a goal and an assist.

Know Your Coach: Han Chol Hak (DPR Korea)

Thu, 16 Apr, 2026

Know Your Coach: Han Chol Hak (DPR Korea)

Pathum Thani: Han Chol Hak is relishing the opportunity to become only the third head coach in DPR Korea’s history to lift the title ahead of their AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ final against Japan on Saturday.

Having emerged champions in 2007 and 2024, DPR Korea will be expecting to clinch their third crown under the guidance of the 44-year-old Han.

Road to Final: DPR Korea

Fri, 17 Apr, 2026

Road to Final: DPR Korea

Pathum Thani: DPR Korea gave no quarter en route to the final of the AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup Thailand 2026™, but will face their toughest test yet when they face six-time winners Japan on Saturday.

The defending champions signaled their intentions of claiming a third title by netting 25 goals and conceding none as the-AFC.com looks back at their outstanding run.

DPR Korea focused on completing title mission, says Kang

Wed, 15 Apr, 2026

DPR Korea focused on completing title mission, says Kang

Pathum Thani:  Kang Ryu Mi says DPR Korea will spare no effort in their bid to retain the title after helping her side to a commanding 3-0 victory over Korea Republic in their AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ semi-final on Wednesday.

The Rimyongsu SC forward expressed pride in contributing on a meaningful day back home and credited the team’s unity and another clean sheet for their dominant display.

S-final: DPR Korea power past Korea Republic

Wed, 15 Apr, 2026

S-final: DPR Korea power past Korea Republic

Pathum Thani: DPR Korea moved within one match of retaining their title after defeating Korea Republic 3-0 in their AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ semi-final at the Pathum Thani Stadium on Wednesday.

Pak Il Sim’s thunderbolt and Kang Ryu Mi’s composed finish in the first half, with Choe Yon A adding the third, sent DPR Korea on their way to a ninth final appearance against six-time champions Japan, who defeated China PR 2-0 in their semi-final.