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Kerr inspires Australia; Thailand triumph

Thu, 16 Apr, 2026

Kerr inspires Australia; Thailand triumph

Nairobi: Australia and Thailand continued their fine form in the Women's FIFA Series 2026 by defeating Kenya and Congo DR respectively to secure title triumphs on Wednesday.

Indonesia, meanwhile, downed New Caledonia while India beat Malawi to seal third-place finishes.

Central & South Asia Wrap: Fergana suffer first defeat; Mohun Bagan back in business

Mon, 13 Apr, 2026

Central & South Asia Wrap: Fergana suffer first defeat; Mohun Bagan back in business

Bishkek: Defending champions Neftchi Fergana's six-match winning run came to a halt in the Uzbekistan Super League while their counterparts in the Kyrgyz Republic, Tajikistan and Turkmenistan remain unbeaten.

Mohun Bagan Super Giant resumed their winning ways in India, so join the-AFC.com as we take a look at the past week's domestic action across Central and South Asia.

Alexandersson proud as India sign off in style

Wed, 08 Apr, 2026

Alexandersson proud as India sign off in style

Pathum Thani: Head coach Joakim Alexandersson came away pleased with the way India concluded their AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ Group C campaign on Wednesday.

The South Asian side outplayed Chinese Taipei 3-1 to claim their first win, taking a two-goal lead in the first half through Bhumika Khumukcham and Sibani Devi before the latter closed the match by converting a penalty in the 87th minute.

The win, however, was not enough to seal a spot in the quarter-finals, with Vietnam and Uzbekistan pipping India to a place in the next round. 

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Group C: Chinese Taipei 1-3 India

Wed, 08 Apr, 2026

Group C: Chinese Taipei 1-3 India

Pathum Thani: India outplayed Chinese Taipei 3-1 to claim their first AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ Group C win at the Pathum Thani Stadium on Wednesday.

Joakim Alexandersson’s side, however, missed out on the quarter-finals after Uzbekistan defeated Jordan 4-0 in their Group B tie to advance as one of the two best third-placed teams.

Preview - Group C: Chinese Taipei v India

Wed, 08 Apr, 2026

Preview - Group C: Chinese Taipei v India

Pathum Thani: Chinese Taipei and India will have to go for broke in their concluding Group C fixture at the AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ on Wednesday.

Both sides have yet to gain any points, and will need an outright win to stand a chance of advancing to the quarter-finals as one of the two best third-placed teams.

Epakis: Australia have more to offer

Sun, 05 Apr, 2026

Epakis: Australia have more to offer

Pathum Thani: Despite Australia having secured back‑to‑back 5–0 victories at the AFC U‑20 Women’s Asian Cup Thailand 2026™, head coach Alexander Epakis is confident there is much more to come from his side.

The latest was Sunday’s victory but while the scoreline reflected a comfortable win, Epakis acknowledged that it took some time for Australia to settle into the game, with their opening goal arriving just before the 40th minute.

Central & South Asia Wrap: Reigning champions stay on course; Mohun Bagan stumble

Mon, 06 Apr, 2026

Central & South Asia Wrap: Reigning champions stay on course; Mohun Bagan stumble

Bishkek: The defending champions in the Kyrgyz Republic, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan and Turkmenistan leagues resumed their campaigns after the international break, with all of them staying unbeaten as the 2026 season heats up.

Mohun Bagan Super Giant hit another roadblock in the Indian Super League, so join the-AFC.com as we take a look at the past week's domestic action across Central and South Asia.

Group C: India 0-5 Australia

Sun, 05 Apr, 2026

Group C: India 0-5 Australia

Pathum Thani: Australia moved into the AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ quarter-finals following a 5-0 victory over India in Group C at the Pathum Thani Stadium on Sunday.

A hat-trick from Skye Hamarick and further strikes from Danella Brutus and Daisy Brown saw the Alexander Epakis’ side notch their second straight win, with their meeting with Japan on Wednesday to decide the group winners.

India still have a chance to progress despite two defeats but will have to beat Chinese Taipei.

Preview – Group C: India v Australia

Sun, 05 Apr, 2026

Preview – Group C: India v Australia

Pathum Thani: Following their impressive win against Chinese Taipei, Australia head coach Alex Epakis is confident his side will address their shortcomings ahead of their Group C clash against India at the AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ on Sunday.

The 2024 semi-finalists began their campaign with a commanding 5-0 victory over Chinese Taipei, and Epakis said his players are clear on where improvements are needed ahead of their meeting with India.

India’s Moirangthem on a learning mission

Sat, 04 Apr, 2026

India’s Moirangthem on a learning mission

Pathum Thani: The AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ is more than just a tournament for Monalisha Moirangthem – it is a platform to measure growth and ambition.

The goalkeeper from Manipur stood between the posts when India faced six-time champions Japan in their opening Group C tie and even though it ended in a 6-0 defeat, the experience offered valuable lessons for the young custodian.

Ijiri stays grounded despite dominant Japan show

Fri, 03 Apr, 2026

Ijiri stays grounded despite dominant Japan show

Thammasat: Head coach Akira Ijiri was measured in his assessment following Japan’s 6-0 victory over India in the AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ on Thursday.

Japan, who led through a Thoibisana Chanu own goal in the first half, stepped up the intensity after the break, producing a five-star second-half display to underline their dominance.