Nadeshiko, Nielsen part ways

Thu, 02 Apr, 2026

Nadeshiko, Nielsen part ways

Kuala Lumpur: The Japan Football Association announced on Thursday that Nils Nielsen’s contract as head coach of the women’s national team will not be renewed. 

The Dane steered Japan to the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™ title, defeating Australia 1-0 in the final.

Livewire Kurisara inspires Thailand

Thu, 02 Apr, 2026

Livewire Kurisara inspires Thailand

Thammasat: Thailand were in desperate need of inspiration and Kurisara Limpawanich was glad that she was able to provide it in their AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ Group A opener on Wednesday.

Down by two goals against tournament debutants Bangladesh, Kurisara sparked a remarkable comeback by converting from the penalty spot in the 69th minute as Thailand roared to a 3-2 victory. 

Wang draws inspiration from China PR’s senior team

Wed, 01 Apr, 2026

Wang draws inspiration from China PR’s senior team

Nonthaburi: Despite not getting her name on the scoresheet, China PR owed much of their AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ Group A win against Vietnam on Wednesday to Wang Aifang.

The 20-year-old provided two assists while consistently keeping Vietnam under pressure at the Nonthaburi Stadium.

Sitting at the heart of Colin Bell’s attacking setup, the midfielder carved out chances of her own and, while a goal may have eluded her, Wang was pleased to have played a part in her team’s convincing victory.

Nuengrutai works her magic on Thailand

Thu, 02 Apr, 2026

Nuengrutai works her magic on Thailand

Pathum Thani: Head coach Nuengrutai Srathongvian’s half-time pep talk proved to be the catalyst for Thailand's stunning comeback against Bangladesh in their AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ Group A opener on Wednesday.

Down 2-0 despite a dominant performance, the hosts came out after the break with all guns firing, scoring their goals in a 10-minute blitz from the 69th minute onwards.

Japan remain Asia’s top side

Thu, 02 Apr, 2026

Japan remain Asia’s top side

Kuala Lumpur: The latest FIFA World Ranking released on Wednesday saw Japan strengthen their position as the highest-ranked team in Asia.

Their superb 1-0 win against England at Wembley moved Hajime Moriyasu’s side a spot higher to 18th.

Arnold: Iraq will surprise the world

Wed, 01 Apr, 2026

Arnold: Iraq will surprise the world

Monterrey: Graham Arnold expects Iraq to take the FIFA World Cup 2026 by storm after the West Asian nation confirmed qualification with a 2-1 win against Bolivia in their playoff on Tuesday.

Aymen Hussein netted the winner in the 53rd minute after Moises Paniagua had cancelled out Ali Al Hamadi's 10th minute opener as Iraq sealed a return to the global showpiece for the first time since making their debut 40 years ago.