China PR's Zhu Yu picked as Best Goalkeeper of AFC Women's Asian Cup India 2022™

Sun, 06 Feb, 2022

China PR's Zhu Yu picked as Best Goalkeeper of AFC Women's Asian Cup India 2022™

Mumbai: China PR's Zhu Yu was named as the Best Goalkeeper of AFC Women's Asian Cup India 2022™ on Sunday.

Zhu was in top form throughout the tournament as China PR won the AFC Women's Asian Cup for a record extending ninth time. 

The award was fitting reward for a player who had been instrumental for China PR, with the Wuhan Jianghan custodian only conceding five goals in India 2022. 

Final: China PR fight back to claim amazing ninth title

Mon, 07 Feb, 2022

Final: China PR fight back to claim amazing ninth title

Navi Mumbai: China PR came from two goals down to defeat Korea Republic 3-2 in a pulsating AFC Women's Asian Cup India 2022™ final at the D.Y. Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai on Sunday.

Korea Republic looked to be cruising to their first crown after taking a 2-0 lead at half-time but China PR fought back after the break through goals from Tang Jiali, Zhang Linyan and Xiao Yuyi - who netted the winner deep into added time to seal her side a record-extending ninth title. 

China PR’s Wang Shanshan named AFC Women's Asian Cup India 2022™ MVP

Mon, 07 Feb, 2022

China PR’s Wang Shanshan named AFC Women's Asian Cup India 2022™ MVP

Mumbai: As China PR celebrated their historic victory, midfielder Wang Shanshan was rewarded for a superb individual campaign with the AFC Women's Asian Cup India 2022™ Most Valuable Player Award on Sunday.

Wang Shanshan’s honour came after China PR defeated Korea Republic 3-2 in a gripping final at the D.Y Patil Stadium to win a record-extending ninth AFC Women's Asian Cup title.

The award was due recognition for Wang Shanshan who had been a consistent performer throughout the campaign which saw China PR win the trophy after a 16 year wait. 

Australia's Kerr wins Yili Top Goalscorer of the AFC Women’s Asian Cup India 2022™

Mon, 07 Feb, 2022

Australia's Kerr wins Yili Top Goalscorer of the AFC Women’s Asian Cup India 2022™

Mumbai: Australian star Sam Kerr won the Yili Top Goalscorer of the AFC Women’s Asian Cup India 2022™
with her seven-goal haul proving unbeatable.

Although Australia's campaign was ended in the quarter-finals by Korea Republic, Kerr's phenomenal form in the group stage secured her the award.

Playoff: Vietnam defeat Chinese Taipei to create FIFA Women's World Cup history

Mon, 07 Feb, 2022

Playoff: Vietnam defeat Chinese Taipei to create FIFA Women's World Cup history

Navi Mumbai: Vietnam booked a place in the FIFA Women's World Cup for the first time after defeating Chinese Taipei 2-1 in their playoff tie at the D.Y. Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai on Sunday. 

In a physically draining tie, Nguyen Thi Bich Thuy scored the winner after Su Hy-Ysuan had cancelled out Chuong Thi Kieu's first half opener as Vietnam confirmed their berth at Australia/New Zealand 2023.

The triumph completed a remarkable journey as Vietnam overcame a COVID-19 outbreak prior to the AFC Women's Asian Cup India 2022™️ to book their place in the FIFA Women's World Cup.

Defeat for Chinese Taipei means they join Thailand in the Inter-Confederation Playoffs where a win will take them into their first FIFA Women's World Cup in 41 years.