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.

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Shin hails Korea Republic stalwart Ji

Sat, 14 Mar, 2026

Shin hails Korea Republic stalwart Ji

Sydney: Shin Sang-woo showered praise on experienced midfielder Ji So-yun after her excellent display propelled Korea Republic into the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™ semi-finals on Saturday.

The evergreen Ji ran the show as the East Asian side powered to a 6-0 win against Uzbekistan in their quarter-final tie at Stadium Australia, with the victory also confirming their ticket to the FIFA Women’s World Cup Brazil 2027. 

The 35-year-old capped her performance with a wonderful goal following a flowing team move in the 72nd minute.

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.

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. 

Milicic proud of China PR’s resilience

Sun, 15 Mar, 2026

Milicic proud of China PR’s resilience

Perth: Ante Milicic praised his China PR squad for remaining focused in the 2-0 extra-time win against Chinese Taipei in their AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™ quarter-final at the Perth Rectangular Stadium on Saturday.

After being frustrated for 90 minutes, China PR finally found a way through thanks to Shao Ziqin, with an own goal from Chen Ying-Hui taking the defending champions through and earning them their ticket to the FIFA Women’s World Cup Brazil 2027.

#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.