AFC Women's Asian Cup India 2022 Qualifiers - Group G: IR Iran defeat Jordan on penalties to book historic Finals ticket

Thu, 28 Oct, 2021

AFC Women's Asian Cup India 2022 Qualifiers - Group G: IR Iran defeat Jordan on penalties to book historic Finals ticket

Tashkent: Islam Republic of Iran pulled off a stunning upset to qualify for their first ever AFC Women’s Asian Cup, defeating Jordan 4-2 on penalties after a goalless draw at Bunyodkor Stadium on Saturday.

Maryam Irandoost’s side defied history and their world ranking of 72 to secure their place for India 2022 in dramatic fashion, ending a heartbroken Jordan outfit’s bid for a third successive appearance at the Finals.

The result, a milestone for Iranian women’s football, also keeps them alive in the race for a spot in the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup in Australia and New Zealand.

Philippines' Maro eyes California training camp after reaching AFC Women's Asian Cup India 2022 Finals

Thu, 28 Oct, 2021

Philippines' Maro eyes California training camp after reaching AFC Women's Asian Cup India 2022 Finals

Tashkent: Head coach Marlon Maro is hoping to take his Philippines squad to California for their final phase of preparation after booking their spot in the AFC Women’s Asian Cup India 2022 Finals.

The Southeast Asian side edged Hong Kong 2-1 in Tashkent on Friday to seal top spot in Group F to confirm their position among the 12 teams who will be at India 2022.

With qualification for the FIFA Women's World Cup 2023 also at stake in India 2022, Maro is hoping to be able to work with his entire squad in the buildup to the continental showpiece.

AFC Women's Asian Cup India 2022 Qualifiers - Group F: Philippines edge Hong Kong to confirm Finals appearance

Thu, 28 Oct, 2021

AFC Women's Asian Cup India 2022 Qualifiers - Group F: Philippines edge Hong Kong to confirm Finals appearance

Tashkent: The Philippines secured their place at the AFC Women’s Asian Cup India 2022, topping qualifying Group E with a hard-fought 2-1 win against Hong Kong at the JAR Stadium on Friday.

A second goal in as many matches from Tahnai Annis put the Malditas on course for the Finals, but a stunning Chung Pui Ki free-kick gave Hong Kong hope before Chandler McDaniel ensured the Philippines will be among the 12 teams who compete in January’s Finals with a late winner.

The win also keeps the Philippines’s hopes of a first ever FIFA Women’s World Cup appearance alive, with the top six teams at India 2022 to directly qualify for the 2023 global Finals in Australia and New Zealand.

AFC Women's Asian Cup India 2022 Qualifiers - Group C: Indonesia beat Singapore to get on track

Thu, 28 Oct, 2021

AFC Women's Asian Cup India 2022 Qualifiers - Group C: Indonesia beat Singapore to get on track

Dushanbe: Indonesia took a significant step towards ending one of the AFC Women’s Asian Cup’s longest droughts, winning 1-0 on Friday in the first of two India 2022 Qualifiers against Singapore.

A Baiq Amiatun Shalihah header in the opening minutes proved decisive, meaning Rudy Eka Priyambada’s side can secure the nation’s first AFC Women’s Asian Cup appearance since 1989 simply by avoiding defeat against the same opponents in Monday’s return match.

All is not lost for Singapore, however. The Lionesses’ narrow margin of defeat means they will go into Monday’s clash knowing a win by two goals or more will send them to January’s Finals at Indonesia’s expense.

AFC Women's Asian Cup India 2022 Qualifiers - Group B: Vietnam signal intent with power show against Maldives

Thu, 28 Oct, 2021

AFC Women's Asian Cup India 2022 Qualifiers - Group B: Vietnam signal intent with power show against Maldives

Dushanbe: Vietnam made a blistering start to their AFC Women’s Asian Cup India 2022 qualifying campaign, surging to a record 16-0 win over Maldives at Republican Central Stadium on Thursday.

Ranked 112 places higher than their opponents, Vietnam scored five first half goals and piled on 11 more after the interval to register their highest ever score at senior international level.

AFC Women's Asian Cup India 2022 Qualifiers - Group E: Korea Republic see off Uzbekistan to book Finals seat

Thu, 28 Oct, 2021

AFC Women's Asian Cup India 2022 Qualifiers - Group E: Korea Republic see off Uzbekistan to book Finals seat

Tashkent: Korea Republic became the first team to successfully navigate the AFC Women’s Asian Cup India 2022 Qualifiers, sealing their place at next year’s Finals with a 4-0 win over Uzbekistan on Tuesday.

Level on the group standings coming into the match, Korea Republic went ahead through an early Nozima Kamoltoeva own goal, then surged clear after half-time with Choe Yu-ri doubling their lead before super sub Moon Mi-ra scored twice in the shadows of full-time.

The win takes Korea Republic to their 13th successive Asian Finals, extending an interrupted record of participation dating back to 1991, while Uzbekistan’s bid to qualify for the first time since 2003 fell at the final hurdle despite a strong showing against a side ranked 18th in the world.