Preview – Group C: India v Australia

Sat, 04 Apr, 2026

Preview – Group C: India v Australia

Pathum Thani: Following their impressive win against Chinese Taipei, Australia head coach Alex Epakis is confident his side will address their shortcomings ahead of their Group C clash against India at the AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ on Sunday.

The 2024 semi-finalists began their campaign with a commanding 5-0 victory over Chinese Taipei, and Epakis said his players are clear on where improvements are needed ahead of their meeting with India.

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India’s Moirangthem on a learning mission

Sat, 04 Apr, 2026

India’s Moirangthem on a learning mission

Pathum Thani: The AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ is more than just a tournament for Monalisha Moirangthem – it is a platform to measure growth and ambition.

The goalkeeper from Manipur stood between the posts when India faced six-time champions Japan in their opening Group C tie and even though it ended in a 6-0 defeat, the experience offered valuable lessons for the young custodian.

Trimis’ love for football comes naturally

Fri, 03 Apr, 2026

Trimis’ love for football comes naturally

Pathum Thani: Peta Trimis’ natural affinity for football was evident in Australia’s 5-0 win over Chinese Taipei in their AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ opener on Thursday.

The speedy forward not only sealed the match with two well-taken strikes from the right within the space of eight minutes, but also assisted Tiana Fuller’s goal a minute before the break. 

Desire to excel driving Japan's Fukushima

Sat, 04 Apr, 2026

Desire to excel driving Japan's Fukushima

Thammasat: Noa Fukushima’s blend of passion and attacking intelligence was on full display as Japan opened their AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ campaign with a commanding 6-0 win over India on Thursday.

A skilful wide midfielder, Fukushima thrives in pockets of space - timing her runs into the box and influencing play in the final third. Her dexterity with both feet proved decisive against India.

Captain’s armband makes me feel more responsible, says Korea Republic’s Hye-young

Fri, 03 Apr, 2026

Captain’s armband makes me feel more responsible, says Korea Republic’s Hye-young

Nonthaburi: As Korea Republic notched their first win in Thursday’s Group B tie against Uzbekistan, captain Cho Hye-young hopes it marks the beginning of a strong campaign at the AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup Thailand 2026™.

A perennial threat to the Uzbekistan defence, Hye-young believes that donning the captain’s armband has brought with it an added sense of responsibility.

Han: Best yet to come from DPR Korea

Fri, 03 Apr, 2026

Han: Best yet to come from DPR Korea

Pathum Thani:  DPR Korea head coach Han Chol Hak was not at all surprised by his side’s performance against Jordan in their AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ Group B opener on Thursday.

The defending champions proved a class above with hat-trick hero Kang Ryu Mi and her teammates consigning the West Asian side to an 8-0 defeat.