Q-final: Japan breeze past Philippines

Sun, 15 Mar, 2026

Q-final: Japan breeze past Philippines

Sydney: A flawless Japan marched into the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™ semi-finals after defeating the Philippines 7-0 in their last eight clash at Stadium Australia on Sunday. 

The win means the two-time winners set up an enticing clash with Korea Republic on Wednesday, while also confirming their 10th appearance at the FIFA Women’s World Cup. 

The Philippines, meanwhile, will battle against Uzbekistan in Thursday’s playoff to make their second consecutive appearance in the global showpiece. 

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Son steps up in style for Korea Republic

Sat, 14 Mar, 2026

Son steps up in style for Korea Republic

Sydney: Son Hwa-yeon answered the call emphatically when needed as she sparked Korea Republic to a 6-0 win against Uzbekistan in their AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™ quarter-final on Saturday.

Originally listed as a substitute, Son had to start after Jeon Yu-gyeong suffered an injury in the warm-up, with the former opening the scoring in the ninth minute as Korea Republic not only advanced to the semi-finals but also booked their place at the FIFA Women’s World Cup Brazil 2027.

Ziqin’s drive propels China PR

Sat, 14 Mar, 2026

Ziqin’s drive propels China PR

Perth: It needed a moment of brilliance to break down a resolute Chinese Taipei side and Shao Ziqin duly delivered as China PR won their AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™ quarter-final 2-0 at the Perth Rectangular Stadium on Saturday. 

Despite having dominated, China PR were forced into an additional 30 minutes but finally got the goal their positive play deserved when Ziqin collected Wang Shuang’s neat layoff and floated the ball beyond Chinese Taipei keeper Cheng Ssu-Yu four minutes in. 

Gold Coast on Uzbekistan’s mind

Sat, 14 Mar, 2026

Gold Coast on Uzbekistan’s mind

Sydney: Kotryna Kulbyte admitted that Uzbekistan were not fully focused on their AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™ quarter-final against Korea Republic on Saturday, with the Central Asian side suffering a 6-0 defeat at Stadium Australia.

The tactician conceded that her selection for the tie against the 2022 runners-up was done with an eye on the playoff for the FIFA Women’s World Cup Brazil 2027 - with Uzbekistan to face either Japan or the Philippines on Thursday.

Prasobchoke praises players’ will as Chinese Taipei look ahead

Sat, 14 Mar, 2026

Prasobchoke praises players’ will as Chinese Taipei look ahead

Perth: Head coach Prasobchoke Chokemor urged his players to hold their heads high despite Chinese Taipei’s AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™ journey coming to an end on Saturday.

The East Asian side fell 2-0 to China PR after taking the defending champions to extra time at the Perth Rectangular Stadium, with Prasobchoke saying his players can be proud of their performance and to not consider that their mission was over, with qualification for the FIFA Women’s World Cup Brazil 2027 still within reach. 

#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.