Takahashi’s mission is to power Japan

Mon, 09 Mar, 2026

Takahashi’s mission is to power Japan

Perth: From a promising youth talent to one of the most dependable defenders at the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™, Hana Takahashi has seen her career blossom into a showcase of leadership and consistency. 

The 26-year-old midfielder has become a lynchpin for Japan, guiding both club and country with composure and tactical intelligence.

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Preview - Group C: Japan v Vietnam

Mon, 09 Mar, 2026

Preview - Group C: Japan v Vietnam

Perth: Japan are determined to not slip up when they face Vietnam in the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™ on Tuesday, with the two-time champions aiming for the Group C top spot. 

The East Asian side have scored 13 goals without conceding and want to close out their group campaign with a perfect record, while Vietnam need victory to keep their slim hopes alive.

Bich Thuy ready to lead Vietnam’s charge

Mon, 09 Mar, 2026

Bich Thuy ready to lead Vietnam’s charge

Perth: Nguyen Thi Bich Thuy is ready to step up for Vietnam’s do-or-die clash against Japan in the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia™ 2026 on Tuesday. 

A key figure in the midfield, Bich Thuy has been instrumental in organising Vietnam’s play, combining tactical awareness with a relentless work rate.

Preview - Group C: India v Chinese Taipei

Mon, 09 Mar, 2026

Preview - Group C: India v Chinese Taipei

Sydney: As India seek to erase the disappointment of their 11-0 defeat against Japan, head coach Amelia Valverde is keen to maximise the opportunity at hand against Chinese Taipei in their final AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™ Group C match on Tuesday.

With India having qualified for the Finals for the first time on merit, the Costa Rican - while acknowledging the heavy blow that the Nadeshiko dealt to their knockout stage hopes - was eager to focus on putting up a strong fight against Chinese Taipei.

We will fight till the end, vows India’s Shilky Devi

Mon, 09 Mar, 2026

We will fight till the end, vows India’s Shilky Devi

Sydney: For Shilky Devi Hemam, representing the Indian women's national football team on the continental stage is not just a matter of personal pride but also a hope for what may lie ahead for women’s football in the country.

With two defeats to their name, there is every chance that Tuesday’s match might mark the end of the road for India at the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™ and yet, she believes the team will approach the game with renewed determination after learning from their opening matches. 

Philippines’ Eggesvik looking to inspire next generation

Sun, 08 Mar, 2026

Philippines’ Eggesvik looking to inspire next generation

Gold Coast: Having gone almost a year without scoring for her country, Sara Eggesvik broke the duck at a crucial time on Sunday when she netted the opener in the Philippines’ victory against the Islamic Republic of Iran.

The midfielder’s smart finish in the 31st minute at the Gold Coast Stadium settled the nerves in an eventual 2-0 win, which sealed third place in Group A to give the Philippines a chance of progressing to the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™ knockouts.

It was Eggesvik’s seventh goal in 53 appearances and further underlined her importance to the team, having started all three matches in her first AFC Women's Asian Cup, and she is hopeful of more to come as they await their knockout stage fate.