Turgunova’s journey fuelled by big dreams for Uzbekistan

Thu, 09 Apr, 2026

Turgunova’s journey fuelled by big dreams for Uzbekistan

Pathum Thani: On a historic night for Uzbekistan football, Oydinoy Turgunova delivered more than just goals, she told a story of belief and the power of support.

The 20-year-old forward struck twice in Uzbekistan’s 4-0 win over Jordan to send her side into the quarter-finals of the AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup Thailand 2026™, but her performance was rooted in a journey that began far from the bright lights of continental football.

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Panov credits groundwork for Uzbekistan milestone

Thu, 09 Apr, 2026

Panov credits groundwork for Uzbekistan milestone

Thammasat: Uzbekistan head coach Vladimir Panov was all smiles as he celebrated with his players after guiding the Central Asian side into the quarter-finals of the AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ on Wednesday.

The 4-0 victory over Jordan in their Group B tie not only sealed a historic knockout stage berth but also underlined Uzbekistan’s growing confidence on the continental stage, with Panov crediting his players’ commitment and their preparations.

Family the driving force for Australia’s Prakash

Thu, 09 Apr, 2026

Family the driving force for Australia’s Prakash

Nonthaburi: Japan conceded their first goals in the AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ on Wednesday, with Australia’s Avaani Prakash scoring the first and assisting the second, even as the Young Matildas eventually lost 5-2.

Despite ending up on the wrong side of the scoreline, Prakash was pleased with the improvement in her individual game but admitted that, as a squad, there is still a lot of work to be done.

Han: DPR Korea yet to reveal full capabilities

Thu, 09 Apr, 2026

Han: DPR Korea yet to reveal full capabilities

Pathum Thani: Head coach Han Chol Hak was not overly exuberant despite DPR Korea’s dominant win over Korea Republic in their concluding AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ Group B encounter on Wednesday.

The defending champions overpowered their opponents 5-0 and could have increased the scoreline if not for a gutsy performance from Korea Republic keeper Kim Chae-been but Han said he expected more from his players.

Ijiri glad to show the ‘Japanese way’

Thu, 09 Apr, 2026

Ijiri glad to show the ‘Japanese way’

Nonthaburi: Japan’s impressive unbeaten run in the group stage of the AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ may have impressed fans, but for head coach Akira Ijiri, it is just what he expected.

Having won the continental title a record six times, the East Asian side initially trailed by a goal before coming back to eventually seal a 5-2 win, and according to Ijiri, their performance was a true demonstration of the Japanese way of doing things.

#U20WAC - Last eight cast finalised

Wed, 08 Apr, 2026

#U20WAC - Last eight cast finalised

Pathum Thani: The AFC U20 Women's Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ is all set for its business end following the conclusion of the group stage on Wednesday.

The quarter-finals - to be played on Saturday and Sunday - promise to be enticing affairs with all eight teams set to battle for the title till the end.