Preview - Group B: DPR Korea v Jordan

Wed, 01 Apr, 2026

Preview - Group B: DPR Korea v Jordan

Pathum Thani: DPR Korea know they have to be at their best when they take on Jordan in their opening AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ Group B match on Thursday.

The defending champions are aiming for their third title and a ninth FIFA U20 Women's World Cup qualification, and head coach Han Chol Hak knows a winning start is integral to their aspirations. 

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Preview - Group B: Korea Republic v Uzbekistan

Wed, 01 Apr, 2026

Preview - Group B: Korea Republic v Uzbekistan

Nonthaburi: Both Korea Republic and Uzbekistan will head into their AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ Group B tie on Thursday brimming with confidence.

Eyeing a third title after triumphs in 2004 and 2013, Korea Republic head coach Park Youn Jeong is welcoming the opportunity for the young Taeguk Ladies to gain valuable experience while also showcasing their talent on the continental stage.

Preview - Group C: Japan v India

Wed, 01 Apr, 2026

Preview - Group C: Japan v India

Thammasat: Japan head coach Ijiri Akira has refused to take India lightly as the two sides prepare to face off in Group C of the AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ at the Thammasat Stadium on Thursday.

Six-time champions, Japan finished as runners-up in the 2024 edition and are up against a side returning to the competition for the first time in 20 years, and yet Ijiri dismissed any suggestion of complacency among the young Nadeshiko.

Preview - Group C: Australia v Chinese Taipei

Wed, 01 Apr, 2026

Preview - Group C: Australia v Chinese Taipei

Pathum Thani: Australia will not make the mistake of underestimating Chinese Taipei when the sides kick off their AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ Group C campaigns on Thursday.

The Young Matildas beat the East Asian side 3-0 in the Qualifiers en route to a perfect three-match run. Australia, who finished third in the last edition, also boast a superior head-to-head record, winning their previous encounters in 2009 and 2024.

Japan stun England; wins for Australia, IR Iran

Wed, 01 Apr, 2026

Japan stun England; wins for Australia, IR Iran

Kuala Lumpur: Japan made history with their first ever win against England as Kaoru Mitoma sealed a 1-0 victory in Tuesday's international friendly at Wembley.

There were also wins for fellow FIFA World Cup-bound Australia and Islamic Republic of Iran. Jordan played to a draw with Nigeria while Korea Republic and Saudi Arabia suffered defeats.

Qualifiers - Final Round: MD6 Results & Reports

Wed, 01 Apr, 2026

Qualifiers - Final Round: MD6 Results & Reports

Kuala Lumpur: Tajikistan and Thailand booked their tickets to the AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ after topping their respective groups in the final round of the Qualifiers on Tuesday.

Tajikistan took the Group A top spot after coming from behind to force a 1-1 draw with the Philippines, with the Central Asian side advancing thanks to a superior goal difference.

Thailand left it late in their Group D decider against Turkmenistan, with the Southeast Asian side scoring in the 89th minute to clinch a 2-1 win.

Tajikistan and Thailand join Singapore (Group C), Syria (Group E) and Vietnam (Group F) at the Finals, which will also feature the 18 teams from the AFC Asian Qualifiers™ - Road to 26. The team from Group B, meanwhile, will be decided in June with Lebanon and Yemen to square off for the top spot.