Win doesn't satisfy Korea Republic’s Park; Panov hails Uzbekistan’s spirit

Fri, 03 Apr, 2026

Win doesn't satisfy Korea Republic’s Park; Panov hails Uzbekistan’s spirit

Nonthaburi: Despite beginning their AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ campaign on a winning note, Korea Republic head coach Park Youn Jeong felt her side left much to be desired in their Group B match against Uzbekistan on Thursday.

The two-time champions were made to work hard for their 2-0 win, with Park admitting that significant improvement is needed for their match against Jordan on Sunday.

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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.

Epakis’ Australia show their intent

Thu, 02 Apr, 2026

Epakis’ Australia show their intent

Pathum Thani: Head coach Alex Epakis believes Australia’s dominance in their opening AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ Group C match sets a foundation they can grow into over the course of the continental showpiece.

Australia overwhelmed Chinese Taipei 5-0 on Thursday, with Skye Halmarick and Peta Trimis both scoring twice and Triana Fuller adding to the tally in an encounter the Young Matildas controlled from the start.

Ijiri stays grounded despite dominant Japan show

Fri, 03 Apr, 2026

Ijiri stays grounded despite dominant Japan show

Thammasat: Head coach Akira Ijiri was measured in his assessment following Japan’s 6-0 victory over India in the AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ on Thursday.

Japan, who led through a Thoibisana Chanu own goal in the first half, stepped up the intensity after the break, producing a five-star second-half display to underline their dominance.

Group B: Korea Republic 2-0 Uzbekistan

Thu, 02 Apr, 2026

Group B: Korea Republic 2-0 Uzbekistan

Nonthaburi: Korea Republic defeated Uzbekistan 2-0 in their opening Group B match of the AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ at the Nonthaburi Stadium on Thursday.

The two-time winners will now turn their attention to their clash with Jordan on Saturday, while Uzbekistan will be seeking their first win against defending champions DPR Korea.

Group B: DPR Korea 8-0 Jordan

Fri, 03 Apr, 2026

Group B: DPR Korea 8-0 Jordan

Pathum Thani: DPR Korea signalled their intent to defend their crown by overwhelming Jordan 8-0 in their AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ Group B opener at the Pathum Thani Stadium on Thursday.

The two-time champions, who took a five-goal lead in the first half, put on a masterclass of attacking football as six different players found the back of the net.