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East Asia Wrap: Chengdu extend lead; Kashima, Vissel stay top; Seoul edge Jeonbuk

Mon, 13 Apr, 2026

East Asia Wrap: Chengdu extend lead; Kashima, Vissel stay top; Seoul edge Jeonbuk

Tokyo: Chengdu Rongcheng FC strengthened their position at the top of the Chinese Super League, while defending champions Shanghai Port FC continued to struggle.

In Japan, Kashima Antlers and Vissel Kobe maintained their leads in Group A and B respectively, while FC Seoul moved clear at the top in Korea Republic after edging Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors.

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

Li relishing leadership role as Chinese Taipei chase growth

Tue, 07 Apr, 2026

Li relishing leadership role as Chinese Taipei chase growth

Pathum Thani: Chinese Taipei captain Li Chun-Mei is enjoying the opportunity of testing herself against Asia’s best at the AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup Thailand 2026, embracing the tournament as both a proving ground and a platform for growth.

For the 19-year-old defender, wearing the armband is about far more than status – it is a symbol of trust, the one she carries with a strong sense of duty.

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.

Suzuki urges Japan to raise level

Mon, 06 Apr, 2026

Suzuki urges Japan to raise level

Pathum Thani: Haruko Suzuki insists Japan are still a work in progress despite the six-time champions booking their spot in the quarter-finals of the AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ with a 2-0 win against Chinese Taipei on Sunday.

The victory means Japan advanced with a match to spare and they will face Australia on Wednesday to decide the Group C winners.

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Group C: Chinese Taipei 0-2 Japan

Mon, 06 Apr, 2026

Group C: Chinese Taipei 0-2 Japan

Thammasat:  Japan eased to a 2-0 victory over Chinese Taipei in their AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ Group C tie at the Thammasat Stadium on Sunday.

The six-time champions sealed their ticket to the knockout stage with the victory and will meet Australia to decide the top spot on Wednesday. Chinese Taipei, despite suffering two consecutive defeats, still have a chance of progressing but will have to beat India in their concluding tie.

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Preview - Group C: Chinese Taipei v Japan

Sun, 05 Apr, 2026

Preview - Group C: Chinese Taipei v Japan

Pathum Thani: Japan will be confident of another victory when they face Chinese Taipei in the AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ at the Thammasat Stadium on Sunday.

The five-time champions underlined their title credentials with a commanding 6-0 win over India, powered by a dominant second-half display with head coach Akira Ijiri encouraged by his side’s strong response after a slow start in their opening Group C match.

Epakis’ Australia show their intent

Thu, 02 Apr, 2026

Epakis’ Australia show their intent

Pathum Thani: Head coach Alex Epakis believes Australia’s dominance in their opening AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ Group C match sets a foundation they can grow into over the course of the continental showpiece.

Australia overwhelmed Chinese Taipei 5-0 on Thursday, with Skye Halmarick and Peta Trimis both scoring twice and Triana Fuller adding to the tally in an encounter the Young Matildas controlled from the start.