Van Egmond focused on getting the job done for Matildas

Mon, 16 Mar, 2026

Van Egmond focused on getting the job done for Matildas

Perth: For Emily van Egmond, reaching the semi-finals of the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™ is something to be  proud of  but her focus remains firmly on the team and securing a win against defending champions China PR on Tuesday.

Van Egmond, 32, made her debut for Australia at 16 against DPR Korea in 2010 and has since earned 169 caps and scored 32 goals along a club career that has included stints in Australia, Denmark, Germany, England and the United States.

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Wang counting on experience to fuel China PR’s final push

Mon, 16 Mar, 2026

Wang counting on experience to fuel China PR’s final push

Perth: As China PR prepare to face Australia in the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™ semi-finals on Tuesday, forward Wang Yanwen stands out as a key figure in the defending champions’ lineup.

With her combination of domestic and European experience, Wang will be central to China PR’s hopes of overcoming the Matildas and reaching another final.

S-final - How they stack up: China PR v Australia

Mon, 16 Mar, 2026

S-final - How they stack up: China PR v Australia

Perth: Anticipation is brewing as the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™ enters the business end with only two matches separating four sides from ultimate glory.

Ahead of the first semi-final between China PR and Australia at Perth Stadium on Tuesday, the-AFC.com takes a deep dive into how the teams stack up ahead of their fifth ever meeting in the continental showpiece.

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. 

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.