Patience was key, says Japan’s Koga

Sun, 15 Mar, 2026

Patience was key, says Japan’s Koga

Sydney: As Japan remain on track for their third AFC Women’s Asian Cup™ title, defender Toko Koga credited the team’s ability to stay calm under pressure in their 7-0 win over the Philippines in Sunday’s quarter-final.

The Japanese defender, who found the back of the net twice, admitted that the first goal just before half-time was crucial in opening up the contest and easing the pressure.

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Japan’s Nielsen shifts attention to Korea Republic

Tue, 17 Mar, 2026

Japan’s Nielsen shifts attention to Korea Republic

Sydney: Following Japan’s sensational 7-0 win over the Philippines in the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™ quarter-finals, head coach Nils Nielsen admitted that the outcome of the match was largely in line with his expectations.

Despite the wide margin, the Nadeshiko were contained for almost the entirety of the first half, which earned high praise from the Danish tactician.

Torcaso proud of Philippines despite exit

Sun, 15 Mar, 2026

Torcaso proud of Philippines despite exit

Sydney: Head coach Mark Torcaso hailed the resilience of the Philippines despite the Southeast Asian side’s AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™ journey coming to an end with a 7-0 defeat to Japan in the quarter-finals on Sunday.

The end came after an arduous journey, with Philippines having faced three of the four semi-finalists during the course of the tournament.

Last four cast finalised

Mon, 16 Mar, 2026

Last four cast finalised

Sydney: The AFC Women's Asian Cup Australia 2026™ has reached the penultimate stage with the semi-final cast completed on Sunday.

The last four ties promise to be sizzlers, with three former champions and the 2022 runners-up the only teams still in the running.

#WAC2026 attendance crosses 200,000 mark

Sun, 15 Mar, 2026

#WAC2026 attendance crosses 200,000 mark

Sydney: As the Quarter-finals of the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™ concluded on Sunday, the Continental showpiece recorded another historic milestone as total attendance for the ongoing edition surpassed an impressive 200,000 spectators.

The last eight tie between Japan and Philippines at Stadium Australia took the total attendance up to 223,112, with the landmark moment coming a day after the competition celebrated its 400th match in history on Saturday when Korea Republic defeated Uzbekistan 6-0 in the third Quarter-final.