Japan beat Ghana to reach quarter-finals

Mon, 15 Aug, 2022

Japan beat Ghana to reach quarter-finals

Alajuela: Japan advanced to the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup Costa Rica 2022 quarter-finals after beating Ghana 2-0 on Sunday. 

Maika Hamano scored twice in the second half to see Japan surge to the top of the standings as they ensured a top two finish in Group D. 

Japan will face the USA next on Wednesday. 

Korea Republic go down fighting against Nigeria

Mon, 15 Aug, 2022

Korea Republic go down fighting against Nigeria

San Jose: Korea Republic’s hopes of sealing a quarter-final berth in the FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup Costa Rica 2022 suffered a set-back following Nigeria’s late strike in their Group C encounter at the National Stadium of Costa Rica on Sunday. 

Esther Onyenezide’s goal in the 83rd minute sealed the win for the Falconets, who booked their spot in the quarter-finals. 

With second spot still up for grabs, the Taeguk Ladies face a crucial must-win tie against France on Wednesday for a place in the knockout stage.

Australia fall to Brazil

Sun, 14 Aug, 2022

Australia fall to Brazil

San Jose: Australia suffered their first defeat of their FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup Costa Rica 2022 campaign, losing 2-0 to Brazil in Group A at the National Stadium of Costa Rica on Saturday.

Priscila Flor da Silva gave Brazil a 1-0 lead going into the break before Aline Gomes Amaro struck just after the interval to seal the win for the South Americans.

AFC Champions League™ (East) 2022 challengers set for Round of 16 showdown in Japan

Mon, 15 Aug, 2022

AFC Champions League™ (East) 2022 challengers set for Round of 16 showdown in Japan

Saitama: The fate of two former champions and first-time title chasers will be decided when the keenly anticipated AFC Champions League™ (East) Round of 16 gets underway on August 18, 2022 in centralised venues in Saitama, Japan.

In a clash between clubs from the Korea Republic, Group F winners Daegu FC face familiar rivals and two-time title winners Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors FC, who advanced from the Group Stage as one of the three best second-placed sides, at the Urawa Komaba Stadium at 5pm (local time).

Round of 16 (East): How They Got There

Sun, 14 Aug, 2022

Round of 16 (East): How They Got There

Kuala Lumpur: The AFC Champions League™ 2022 springs back into action this week with the Round of 16 (East) matches to be played.

That will be followed by the East quarter-finals and semi-final with all eight teams fancying their chances of being in the knockout stage draw on August 20.

The-AFC.com retraces how the sides progressed into the Round of 16.

5 Memorable Round of 16 (East) Ties

Sun, 14 Aug, 2022

5 Memorable Round of 16 (East) Ties

Kuala Lumpur: The AFC Champions League™ 2022 Round of 16 clashes in the East are sure to bring plenty of excitement for the Continent's football fans. Ahead of those much-anticipated ties, we have selected some of the encounters from the past editions to enjoy.

The Round of 16 was introduced in the AFC Champions League back in 2009, and since then we have witnessed some action-packed matches, particularly in recent times. the-AFC.com highlights five last 16 ties from the East side of the continent that are worth remembering and re-living.

Kerr, Son shortlisted for 2022 Ballon d'Or

Sat, 13 Aug, 2022

Kerr, Son shortlisted for 2022 Ballon d'Or

Kuala Lumpur: Australia's Sam Kerr and Son Heung-min of Korea Republic have been nominated for the 2022 Ballon d'Or.

Capping an amazing season, Chelsea's Kerr emerged top scorer in the 2021/22 Women's Super League.

Tottenham Hotspur star Son, meanwhile, became the first Asian player to win the English Premier League Golden Boot award.