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Korea Republic's Phair destined to create more history

Sun, 17 Mar, 2024

Korea Republic's Phair destined to create more history

Los Angeles: Casey Phair made history last year when she became the youngest player ever to appear at the FIFA Women’s World Cup. Now, as the 16-year-old Korea Republic forward embarks on the next step in her career with Angel City FC in the United States, she talks to the-AFC.com.

Casey Phair has yet to turn 17 but she already knows what it is like to live her life in the glare of an intense media spotlight.
 
In July last year, aged 16 years and 26 days, the United States-raised striker broke Nigerian Ifeanyi Chiejine’s record to become the youngest player to feature at the FIFA Women’s World Cup when she appeared in Korea Republic’s 2-0 loss against Colombia.

Saudi Arabia well on course to achieve target, says Cortes

Sat, 16 Mar, 2024

Saudi Arabia well on course to achieve target, says Cortes

Kuala Lumpur: In December, Spaniard Lluis Cortes was handed the task of turning Saudi Arabia’s national team inside a side capable of qualifying for the leading tournaments in women’s football. The 2021 UEFA Women’s Coach of the Year tells the-AFC.com about the path that lies ahead.

January 12, 2018 was a significant milestone in the growth of football in Saudi Arabia; on that date women were – for the first time – permitted to attend domestic league matches in person, heralding the relaxation of decades of religious conservatism in the kingdom.

Australia and Uzbekistan recommended as hosts for 2026 and 2029 editions of AFC Women’s Asian Cup™

Fri, 15 Mar, 2024

Australia and Uzbekistan recommended as hosts for 2026 and 2029 editions of AFC Women’s Asian Cup™

Tashkent: Football Australia and the Uzbekistan Football Association (UFA) have been recommended as the Host Associations of the 2026 and 2029 editions of the AFC Women’s Asian Cup™ respectively by the AFC Women’s Football Committee today at its second meeting held in Tashkent, Uzbekistan. While certain formalities of the bidding process are in the midst of being finalised, the Committee has mandated the AFC Administration to confirm the award of the Hosting Rights once all requirements are met.

Held on the eve of the AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup™ Uzbekistan 2024 Final between DPR Korea and Japan, Chairperson Ms. Kanya Keomany commenced proceedings by congratulating the two finalists on their commendable campaigns whilst also applauding the UFA for their exceptional organisational capabilities over the 14-day tournament.

Australian Torcaso named Philippines women’s head coach

Wed, 23 Aug, 2023

Australian Torcaso named Philippines women’s head coach

Manila: The Philippine Football Federation (PFF) has announced Mark Torcaso as the new national women’s team head coach, fresh off their historic FIFA Women’s World Cup debut. 

Torcaso’s appointment comes three weeks after PFF parted ways with Australian Alen Stajcic, who joined A-League side Perth Glory.

Year in Review: China PR celebrate ninth title triumph

Thu, 29 Dec, 2022

Year in Review: China PR celebrate ninth title triumph

Kuala Lumpur: The AFC Women’s Asian Cup India 2022™ lived up to expectations as China PR lifted the trophy for a record-extending ninth time.

Victory was hard-earned as China fought back from 2-0 down to score thrice in the final - with the winner coming in added time - to deny Korea Republic a maiden title.
 
It was a well deserved triumph as China had to see off quality opposition - including two-time defending champions Japan - to regain the title they had last won in 2006.

Four Member Associations express interest to host AFC Women’s Asian Cup™ 2026

Mon, 01 Aug, 2022

Four Member Associations express interest to host AFC Women’s Asian Cup™ 2026

Kuala Lumpur: Following the invitation to all Member Associations (MAs) to express their interest in hosting the AFC Women’s Asian Cup™ 2026 by July 31, 2022, the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has confirmed today it has received expressions of interest from four MAs. 

The four MAs who have signalled their intention to stage Asia’s premier women’s football national team tournament are (in alphabetical order by country): Football Australia, Jordan Football Association (JFA), Saudi Arabian Football Federation (SAFF) and the Uzbekistan Football Association (UFA).

AFC Women’s Asian Cup™ India 2022 technical report now available

Thu, 14 Jul, 2022

AFC Women’s Asian Cup™ India 2022 technical report now available

Kuala Lumpur: The AFC Women’s Asian Cup™ India 2022 technical report, now available on the-AFC.com, chronicles the showpiece from the technical perspective while presenting in-depth analysis on the 12 participating teams.

Highlighted by China PR’s historic ninth victory, each page incorporates informative data, analysis, and at a click of a button, readers can easily access video clips to have a clearer perspective of what transpired during matches.

AFC Women’s Asian Cup India 2022™ most engaging ever

Fri, 18 Feb, 2022

AFC Women’s Asian Cup India 2022™ most engaging ever

Kuala Lumpur: The AFC Women’s Asian Cup India 2022™ has left an indelible digital footprint, with the engagement and coverage of the showpiece surpassing the previous edition and soaring to an all-time high record. 

The Asian Football Confederation (AFC)’s digital channels witnessed unprecedented growth during the campaign as the statistics grew by a staggering 5,324% as compared to the AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2018™.

From quizzing Beckham to Asian champion: Zhang Linyan’s childhood dream comes true at India 2022

Thu, 10 Feb, 2022

From quizzing Beckham to Asian champion: Zhang Linyan’s childhood dream comes true at India 2022

Suzhou: Zhang Linyan was among the heroes as China PR were crowned AFC Women’s Asian Cup India 2022™ champions on Sunday, but few outside of the country are aware of the incredible backstory involving David Beckham and a childhood dream come true.

The 21-year-old came into the continental Finals with just three senior caps to her name, but she ended the tournament having played a key role in the Steel Roses’ drought-breaking triumph.

AFC Women's Asian Cup India 2022™ - Moments

Wed, 09 Feb, 2022

AFC Women's Asian Cup India 2022™ - Moments

Kuala Lumpur: The AFC Women's Asian Cup India 2022™ came to an exciting conclusion on Sunday with China PR emerging champions.

It was a tournament that more than lived up to expectations with China PR winning the title for a record-extending ninth time, Korea Republic making the final for the first time and Philippines and Vietnam qualifying for their inaugural FIFA Women's World Cup just some of numerous highlights of a remarkable competition.

Join the-AFC.com as we relive the moments that made India 2022 the success that it was.

www.the-afc.com/en/national/afc_womens_asian_cup/video/wac2022_-_moments.html

Victorious China PR squad return home

Thu, 10 Feb, 2022

Victorious China PR squad return home

Suzhou: AFC Women's Asian Cup India 2022™ champions China PR returned home on Monday following their amazing comeback win in the final at the D.Y. Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai.

Down 2-0 at half-time, China PR produced a magnificent fightback to defeat Korea Republic 3-2 in an epic final.