Montemurro excited with Australia’s growing self-belief

Fri, 13 Mar, 2026

Montemurro excited with Australia’s growing self-belief

Perth: Head coach Joe Montemurro hailed Australia’s growing confidence following their hard-fought 2-1 win against DPR Korea in the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026 quarter-finals on Friday.

Goals from Alanna Kennedy and Sam Kerr took Australia through and for Montemurro, the win was as much about confidence and momentum as it was about progression in the tournament, which sealed FIFA Women’s World Cup Brazil 2027 qualification as well. 

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A lesson well learnt, says DPR Korea’s Ri

Fri, 13 Mar, 2026

A lesson well learnt, says DPR Korea’s Ri

Perth: Head coach Ri Song Ho praised his players despite DPR Korea falling to a 2-1 defeat against Australia in the quarter-finals of the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™ at Perth Rectangular Stadium on Friday.

The three-time champions took the game to Australia and had opportunities to win with Ri saying he could not fault his players' efforts. 

Q-final: Australia hold off DPR Korea to stay on title track

Fri, 13 Mar, 2026

Q-final: Australia hold off DPR Korea to stay on title track

Perth: Australia progressed to the semi-finals of the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™ with a hard fought 2-1 win against DPR Korea at the Perth Rectangular Stadium on Friday.

Sam Kerr played a starring role, scoring one and making the other for Alanna Kennedy as Australia - who fell in the quarter-finals four years ago - advanced to a last four meeting with either defending champions China PR or Chinese Taipei. The win also secured their ticket to the FIFA Women’s World Cup Brazil 2027. 

While DPR Korea’s title dream was dashed, they can walk tall after a spirited performance and will now set their sights on the FIFA Women’s World Cup Brazil 2027 playoff against either China PR or Chinese Taipei on Thursday. 

#WAC2026 - Vote for your favourite Group Stage Goal Presented by Visa

Thu, 12 Mar, 2026

#WAC2026 - Vote for your favourite Group Stage Goal Presented by Visa

Sydney: The AFC Women's Asian Cup Australia 2026™ Group stage came to a thrilling end with brilliant goals that deserved a hat off. From an ice-cold free kick to stunning solos and powerful long shots, the players produced their best.

The-AFC.com invites you - the fans - to vote for the goal which you think was the best in the group stage.

Preview - Q-final: Korea Republic v Uzbekistan

Fri, 13 Mar, 2026

Preview - Q-final: Korea Republic v Uzbekistan

Sydney: Korea Republic are confident they have the means to break down Uzbekistan when the sides meet in the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™ quarter-finals at Stadium Australia on Saturday.

Head coach Shin Sang-woo did not shy away from the favourites tag after a sterling group stage campaign that saw them pip Australia to the Group A top spot and while knowing Uzbekistan will be tough opponents, is positive the 2022 runners-up have done their homework.

Preview - Q-final: China PR v Chinese Taipei

Fri, 13 Mar, 2026

Preview - Q-final: China PR v Chinese Taipei

Perth: It will be a clash between teams with different targets when champions China PR and Chinese Taipei lock horns in the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™ quarter-finals on Saturday.

China PR - with the likes of Wang Shuang and Wu Haiyan to depend on - are seeking to lift the coveted trophy for a 10th time while Chinese Taipei are seeking to regain lost glory.