Group C: Australia 5-0 Chinese Taipei

Pathum Thani: Australia proved too strong for Chinese Taipei as they romped to a 5-0 win in their opening AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ Group C tie on Thursday.

Livewire Kurisara inspires Thailand

Thammasat: Thailand were in desperate need of inspiration and Kurisara Limpawanich was glad that she was able to provide it in their AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ Group A opener on Wednesday.

Wang draws inspiration from China PR’s senior team

Nonthaburi: Despite not getting her name on the scoresheet, China PR owed much of their AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ Group A win against Vietnam on Wednesday to Wang Aifang.

Nadeshiko, Nielsen part ways

Kuala Lumpur: The Japan Football Association announced on Thursday that Nils Nielsen’s contract as head coach of the women’s national team will not be renewed. 

Japan remain Asia’s top side

Kuala Lumpur: The latest FIFA World Ranking released on Wednesday saw Japan strengthen their position as the highest-ranked team in Asia.

Arnold: Iraq will surprise the world

Monterrey: Graham Arnold expects Iraq to take the FIFA World Cup 2026 by storm after the West Asian nation confirmed qualification with a 2-1 win against Bolivia in their playoff on Tuesday.