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Preview - Qualifiers - Group A: MD3

Fri, 11 Jul, 2025

Preview - Qualifiers - Group A: MD3

Amman: Jordan will be determined to collect a second win on Sunday to keep pace with Islamic Republic of Iran and surprise package Bhutan in Group A of the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™ Qualifiers.

With all three sides in contention for a place at Australia 2026, Jordan will know that nothing less than victory against Singapore will suffice if they are to stay in the hunt heading into the final two matchdays.

Iran, meanwhile, face a buoyant Bhutan side in what promises to be a pivotal clash in the group.

Road to 26 Playoffs draw to set stage for remaining contenders

Mon, 23 Jun, 2025

Road to 26 Playoffs draw to set stage for remaining contenders

Kuala Lumpur: The six teams still in the running for FIFA World Cup 2026 qualification will discover their remaining battle paths at the AFC Asian Qualifiers™ – Road to 26 Playoffs draw at 3pm on July 17, 2025 (Thursday), at the AFC House in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

Six of the eight direct berths on offer to Asia have already been claimed following the conclusion of the third qualifying round last month, which featured three groups of six teams. The third and fourth-placed sides from each of those groups — Indonesia, Iraq, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates — will get another shot via the Playoffs, which is scheduled for October 8 to 14.

IR Iran make Jafari proud

Fri, 11 Jul, 2025

IR Iran make Jafari proud

Amman: Islamic Republic of Iran started their AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™ Qualifiers Group A campaign on the right note with a 4-0 win against Singapore, much to the delight of head coach Marziyeh Jafari.

Having had to cope with less than perfect preparations coming into the Qualifiers, Jafari was understandably pleased to have passed their first test with flying colours as the Central Asian side bid to reach the Finals for only the second time.

Qualifiers - Group A: Bhutan 2-1 Lebanon

Fri, 11 Jul, 2025

Qualifiers - Group A: Bhutan 2-1 Lebanon

Amman: Bhutan stayed perfect after edging Lebanon 2-1 in their AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™ Qualifiers Group A tie on Thursday.

The South Asian side will look to maintain their winning momentum when they take on Islamic Republic of Iran on Sunday with Lebanon to face the Central Asian outfit on Wednesday. .

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Qualifiers - Group A: Singapore 0-4 IR Iran

Thu, 10 Jul, 2025

Qualifiers - Group A: Singapore 0-4 IR Iran

Amman: Islamic Republic of Iran kicked off their AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™ Qualifiers Group A campaign with a 4-0 win against Singapore on Thursday.

Iran will next face Bhutan on Sunday while Singapore - who suffered a second consecutive defeat - will meet Jordan on the same day. 

Countdown begins for launch of #WAC2026 ticket sales

Thu, 10 Jul, 2025

Countdown begins for launch of #WAC2026 ticket sales

Kuala Lumpur: Football fans can look forward to purchasing tickets for the highly anticipated AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™ from July 18, 2025, with the launch of Multi-Match Packs. Visa cardholders will enjoy exclusive pre-sale access from July 18, while sales for the general public will commence July 25.

Taking place from March 1 to 21, 2026, the Continent’s premier women’s national team competition will return to Australia for the first time since 2006 and will be hosted across the vibrant cities of Gold Coast, Perth and Sydney, each featuring spectacular venues, including those used during the FIFA Women’s World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023.

Preview - Qualifiers - Group A: MD2

Wed, 09 Jul, 2025

Preview - Qualifiers - Group A: MD2

Amman: Islamic Republic of Iran will be seeking a winning start when they take on Singapore in their AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™ Qualifiers Group A tie on Thursday.

Aiming to reach a second successive Finals, Iran will aim to hit the ground running against a Singapore side who are under pressure following their 3-2 defeat to Bhutan on Monday.

#AsianQualifiers - Vote for your best NEOM Future Star

Wed, 09 Jul, 2025

#AsianQualifiers - Vote for your best NEOM Future Star

Kuala Lumpur: A number of youngsters from across the continent dazzled at the recently concluded third round of the AFC Asian Qualifiers™ - Road to 26. 

Asian football continues to produce talent with huge potential to reach the highest level, with the likes of Lee Kang-in and Takefusa Kubo among those who have earned global recognition in recent years. 
 
After the completion of the third round of AFC Asian Qualifiers, the-AFC.com picks 11 players who impressed for their respective nations and asks you to vote for your favourite rising star. 

Nascimento pleased with Jordan’s strong start

Tue, 08 Jul, 2025

Nascimento pleased with Jordan’s strong start

Amman: Head coach David Nascimento expressed delight after Jordan began their AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™ Qualifiers Group A campaign with a 4-0 victory over Lebanon on Monday,

Taking control from the outset in their Group A opener, Jordan produced an impressive display which will give them confidence ahead for their next fixture against Singapore on Sunday.

Qualifiers - Group A: Lebanon 0-4 Jordan

Tue, 08 Jul, 2025

Qualifiers - Group A: Lebanon 0-4 Jordan

Amman: Jordan cruised to a 4-0 victory over Lebanon in their AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™ Qualifiers Group A tie on Monday.

Jordan, who will next play Singapore on Sunday, joined Bhutan on three points. Lebanon will look to bounce back with victory against Bhutan on Thursday. 

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