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#U17WAC - Group C: Philippines 0-8 DPR Korea

Tue, 05 May, 2026

#U17WAC - Group C: Philippines 0-8 DPR Korea

Suzhou: DPR Korea cruised into the quarter-finals of the AFC U17 Women’s Asian Cup China 2026™ on Tuesday as Ji Yun Nam’s side defeated the Philippines 8-0 to sit in pole position in Group C after the opening two rounds.

The win moves DPR Korea onto six points from their first two matches and ensures the nation will advance to the next round no matter the result in their remaining group phase fixture against Korea Republic on Friday.

#U17WAC - Preview - Group C: MD2

Sun, 03 May, 2026

#U17WAC - Preview - Group C: MD2

Suzhou: DPR Korea and Korea Republic will be aiming for second wins in Group C of the AFC U17 Women’s Asian Cup China 2026™ on Tuesday.

Victories for both will confirm their knockout stage spots with a match to spare while Chinese Taipei and the Philippines will need maximum points to get their respective campaigns back on track after opening day defeats.

#U17WAC - Group C: DPR Korea 10-0 Chinese Taipei

Sat, 02 May, 2026

#U17WAC - Group C: DPR Korea 10-0 Chinese Taipei

Suzhou: DPR Korea showcased their determination to defend their title with a commanding 10-0 win against Chinese Taipei in their opening AFC U17 Women’s Asian Cup China 2026™ Group C match on Saturday.

Ji Yun Nam’s side joined Korea Republic on three points and will next face the Philippines on Tuesday.

#U17WAC - Preview MD1: Group C

Fri, 01 May, 2026

#U17WAC - Preview MD1: Group C

Suzhou: Defending champions DPR Korea will expect it to be business as usual when they open their AFC U17 Women’s Asian Cup China 2026™ Group C campaign against Chinese Taipei on Saturday.

The other Group C tie sees 2009 winners Korea Republic taking on the Philippines, with both seeking a winning start to bolster their chances of advancing to the knockout stage.

Shaikh Salman: DPRK FA a ‘global model’ for women’s football

Wed, 29 Apr, 2026

Shaikh Salman: DPRK FA a ‘global model’ for women’s football

Vancouver: Shaikh Salman bin Ebrahim Al Khalifa, the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) President, met with DPR Korea Football Association (DPRK FA) President Kim IL Guk on Wednesday, reaffirming the Confederation’s commitment to advancing football development in the country.

During the meeting, Shaikh Salman lauded DPR Korea’s extraordinary dominance on both the Continental and global stages. Most recently, the nation reached the Final of the AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ earlier this month, finishing as runners-up to Japan after a hard-fought 1-0 defeat.

#U17WAC - Facts & Figures

Thu, 23 Apr, 2026

#U17WAC - Facts & Figures

Suzhou: Asia’s next generation takes centrestage when the AFC U17 Women’s Asian Cup China 2026™ kicks off on Friday.

With 25 exciting matches to look forward to, the-AFC.com highlights the figures that have and will define the competition.

#U17WAC - Know your teams: Group C

Fri, 01 May, 2026

#U17WAC - Know your teams: Group C

Suzhou: DPR Korea will be on a mission to defend their title at the AFC U17 Women’s Asian Cup China 2026™, which gets underway on Friday.

Aiming to deny them will be three teams seeking glory themselves in an enticing Group C.

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.