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Foord, Kerr propel Australia into final

Tue, 17 Mar, 2026

Foord, Kerr propel Australia into final

Perth: Sublime strikes from Caitlin Foord and Sam Kerr steered Australia to a hard-fought 2-1 win over defending champions China PR in their AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™ semi-final at the Perth Stadium on Tuesday.

The Matildas, seeking to lift the trophy for a second time, will meet either Korea Republic or Japan in the final at Stadium Australia in Sydney on Saturday.

https://www.the-afc.com/en/national/afc_womens_asian_cup.html/photo/s-final-china-pr-v-australia

It’s My Game at the #WAC2026: Behind the scenes with match commissioners

Tue, 17 Mar, 2026

It’s My Game at the #WAC2026: Behind the scenes with match commissioners

Sydney: While the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™ continues to showcase Asia’s finest players on the pitch, another team is playing an equally vital role behind the scenes

As part of the Asian Football Confederation (AFC)’s It’s My Game campaign, the spotlight now turns to the competition’s Match Commissioners, the team whose tireless efforts ensure every matchday is delivered to the highest standards.

Preview - S-final: Korea Republic v Japan

Tue, 17 Mar, 2026

Preview - S-final: Korea Republic v Japan

Sydney: The AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™ semi-final between Korea Republic and Japan on Wednesday is set to be battled on as well as off the field.

While the players will fight to win every duel, every tackle and every challenge on the pitch, Korea Republic head coach Shin Sang-woo and his Japan counterpart Nils Nielsen will also slug it out on the tactical clipboard.

Kim has no doubt Korea Republic will overcome barrier

Tue, 17 Mar, 2026

Kim has no doubt Korea Republic will overcome barrier

Sydney: A battle of minds is what Kim Hye-ri believes the hugely-anticipated AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™ semi-final between Korea Republic and Japan will come down to on Wednesday.

Kim was part of the starting line-up when Korea Republic last secured a win against Japan, a 2-1 victory in the 2015 EAFF Football Championship, with the defender having endured many disappointing outcomes against their East Asian rivals since.

Confident Tanikawa determined to power Japan

Tue, 17 Mar, 2026

Confident Tanikawa determined to power Japan

Sydney:  It is hard to believe that Momoko Tanikawa is only 21, given the confidence she exudes as she looks to power Japan’s bid to win the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™ title. 

Appearing in her first continental tournament, the midfielder’s composed demeanor showcases the belief Japan have that they can lift the coveted trophy for a third time, with Korea Republic awaiting them in Wednesday’s semi-final. 

S-final - How they stack up: Korea Republic v Japan

Tue, 17 Mar, 2026

S-final - How they stack up: Korea Republic v Japan

Sydney: A thriller is on the cards when Korea Republic meet Japan in the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™ semi-final at Stadium Australia on Wednesday.

In what is a second meeting between the sides at this stage of the continental showpiece, the-AFC.com takes a look at how they match up.

Preview - S-final: China PR v Australia

Tue, 17 Mar, 2026

Preview - S-final: China PR v Australia

Perth: It will be a battle of wits when defending champions China PR take on Australia in the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™ semi-finals at Perth Stadium on Tuesday.

Australia booked their place with a hard-fought 2-1 win over DPR Korea, while China PR needed extra time to see off Chinese Taipei 2-0 in their quarter-final tie.

Van Egmond focused on getting the job done for Matildas

Mon, 16 Mar, 2026

Van Egmond focused on getting the job done for Matildas

Perth: For Emily van Egmond, reaching the semi-finals of the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™ is something to be  proud of  but her focus remains firmly on the team and securing a win against defending champions China PR on Tuesday.

Van Egmond, 32, made her debut for Australia at 16 against DPR Korea in 2010 and has since earned 169 caps and scored 32 goals along a club career that has included stints in Australia, Denmark, Germany, England and the United States.

Wang counting on experience to fuel China PR’s final push

Mon, 16 Mar, 2026

Wang counting on experience to fuel China PR’s final push

Perth: As China PR prepare to face Australia in the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™ semi-finals on Tuesday, forward Wang Yanwen stands out as a key figure in the defending champions’ lineup.

With her combination of domestic and European experience, Wang will be central to China PR’s hopes of overcoming the Matildas and reaching another final.

https://www.the-afc.com/en/national/afc_womens_asian_cup.html/video/wac2026-preview-semi-finals

S-final - How they stack up: China PR v Australia

Mon, 16 Mar, 2026

S-final - How they stack up: China PR v Australia

Perth: Anticipation is brewing as the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™ enters the business end with only two matches separating four sides from ultimate glory.

Ahead of the first semi-final between China PR and Australia at Perth Stadium on Tuesday, the-AFC.com takes a deep dive into how the teams stack up ahead of their fifth ever meeting in the continental showpiece.