Group E: DPR Korea 4-0 Costa Rica

Thu, 10 Sep, 2026

Group E: DPR Korea 4-0 Costa Rica

Lodz: DPR Korea booked their place in the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup Poland 2026 knockout stage after defeating Costa Rica 4-0 on Thursday.

The reigning champions produced a dominant victory over ten-player Costa Rica to earn their second win in Group E which confirmed their spot in the Round of 16.

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Group D: Japan 2-2 USA

Thu, 10 Sep, 2026

Group D: Japan 2-2 USA

Lodz: Japan walked away with a share of the spoils after a thrilling 2-2 draw with the USA in their FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup Poland 2026 tie on Wednesday.

The result left the AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup 2026™ champions second in Group D after Italy beat New Zealand 3-0 in the other match, with a tie against the European side on Saturday.

Group C: Ghana 3-1 Korea Republic

Wed, 09 Sep, 2026

Group C: Ghana 3-1 Korea Republic

Sosnowiec: Korea Republic put up a battling display before going down 3-1 to Ghana in their FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup 2026 Group C tie on Wednesday.

Having opened their campaign with a 1-1 draw against France, Korea Republic will now need a positive result in their final group match against Ecuador on Saturday to boost their hopes of reaching the Round of 16. 

#ACBeachSoccer - Pathway to glory revealed

Thu, 10 Sep, 2026

#ACBeachSoccer - Pathway to glory revealed

Kuala Lumpur: The pathway to AFC Beach Soccer Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ glory was revealed following the Draw at the AFC House in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on Thursday.

The 12 teams, led by defending champions Islamic Republic of Iran, were divided into three groups.

#ACLElite contenders assemble for expanded League Stage kick-off

Tue, 08 Sep, 2026

#ACLElite contenders assemble for expanded League Stage kick-off

Kuala Lumpur: All eyes in Asia will turn to the AFC Champions League Elite 2026/27™ when the opening matchday begins on September 14 (Monday).

Taking place for the 24th occasion in the modern era under the AFC Champions League™ banner, the competition was revamped to its current name starting from the 2024/25 edition. More significantly, the upcoming campaign features an expanded League Stage cast of 32 clubs – eight more than the preceding two seasons.

Cirelli proud of Yangon’s display

Wed, 09 Sep, 2026

Cirelli proud of Yangon’s display

Yangon: Marcelo Cirelli was a delighted head coach after guiding Yangon United FC side to a 2-1 win against Ezra FC in the AFC Challenge League 2026/27™ Preliminary Stage on Tuesday.

The Argentine tactician believed the added motivation of playing in front of their own fans at Thuwunna Stadium helped the Myanmar side overcome their Laos counterparts.