Group B: DPR Korea 1-2 China PR

Mon, 09 Mar, 2026

Group B: DPR Korea 1-2 China PR

Sydney: China PR came from behind to edge DPR Korea 2-1 in their AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™ match on Monday to finish as the Group C winners.

China PR will next take on the runners-up of Group C in the quarter-finals while DPR Korea will meet Australia.

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Group B: Bangladesh 0-4 Uzbekistan

Mon, 09 Mar, 2026

Group B: Bangladesh 0-4 Uzbekistan

Perth: Uzbekistan advanced to the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™ quarter-finals with a 4-0 win against Bangladesh in their concluding Group B tie on Monday. 

The Central Asian side, appearing in the continental showpiece for the first time in 23 years, went for broke from the first blow of the whistle at the Perth Rectangular Stadium and were deserving winners as they booked a spot in the knockout stage as one of the two best third-placed sides.

Preview - Group C: Japan v Vietnam

Mon, 09 Mar, 2026

Preview - Group C: Japan v Vietnam

Perth: Japan are determined to not slip up when they face Vietnam in the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™ on Tuesday, with the two-time champions aiming for the Group C top spot. 

The East Asian side have scored 13 goals without conceding and want to close out their group campaign with a perfect record, while Vietnam need victory to keep their slim hopes alive.

Preview - Group C: India v Chinese Taipei

Mon, 09 Mar, 2026

Preview - Group C: India v Chinese Taipei

Sydney: As India seek to erase the disappointment of their 11-0 defeat against Japan, head coach Amelia Valverde is keen to maximise the opportunity at hand against Chinese Taipei in their final AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™ Group C match on Tuesday.

With India having qualified for the Finals for the first time on merit, the Costa Rican - while acknowledging the heavy blow that the Nadeshiko dealt to their knockout stage hopes - was eager to focus on putting up a strong fight against Chinese Taipei.

Takahashi’s mission is to power Japan

Mon, 09 Mar, 2026

Takahashi’s mission is to power Japan

Perth: From a promising youth talent to one of the most dependable defenders at the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™, Hana Takahashi has seen her career blossom into a showcase of leadership and consistency. 

The 26-year-old midfielder has become a lynchpin for Japan, guiding both club and country with composure and tactical intelligence.

Bich Thuy ready to lead Vietnam’s charge

Mon, 09 Mar, 2026

Bich Thuy ready to lead Vietnam’s charge

Perth: Nguyen Thi Bich Thuy is ready to step up for Vietnam’s do-or-die clash against Japan in the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia™ 2026 on Tuesday. 

A key figure in the midfield, Bich Thuy has been instrumental in organising Vietnam’s play, combining tactical awareness with a relentless work rate.