Bell urges Korea Republic to remain focused for Play-offs

Thu, 28 Oct, 2021

Bell urges Korea Republic to remain focused for Play-offs

Jeju: Head coach Colin Bell wants his Korea Republic players to stay on their toes after the East Asians defeated Vietnam 3-0 to seal top spot in Group A of the AFC Women’s Olympic Qualifying Tournament on Sunday.

The Taeguk Ladies found a way past an ultra defensive Vietnam with goals from Jang Sel-gi, Choo Hyo-joo and Ji So-yun to set up a date with the Group B runners-up in next month’s Play-offs.

Vietnam, who claimed second spot, will face the Group B winners with the triumphant teams from the Play-offs joining hosts Japan as Asia’s representatives at the 2020 Olympics.

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Qualifiers - Group A: Korea Republic seal top spot in style

Thu, 28 Oct, 2021

Qualifiers - Group A: Korea Republic seal top spot in style

Jeju: Korea Republic defeated Vietnam 3-0 to emerge Group A winners of the AFC Women’s Olympic Qualifying Tournament at the Jeju World Cup Stadium on Sunday.

The Taeguk Ladies dominated from start to finish and will face the Group B runners-up in next month’s Play-offs, with the winners to join hosts Japan as Asia’s representatives at the 2020 Olympics.

Vietnam, who also advanced, will play the Group B winners.

‘I want to meet her’ – Thailand’s Makris eyes Kerr clash

Thu, 28 Oct, 2021

‘I want to meet her’ – Thailand’s Makris eyes Kerr clash

Sydney: An away day against an Australian side ranked seventh in the world is far from the easiest way to recover from a 6-1 defeat, but the prospect can’t come soon enough for Thailand’s Irravadee Makris.

The odds may be firmly against her side, but the US-born midfielder is looking forward to both the challenge posed by Australia’s fully professional squad, and the opportunity to rub shoulders with world-renowned striker Sam Kerr in Thailand’s final AFC Women’s Olympic Qualifying Tournament Group B match on Monday.

We can definitely play better, says China PR’s Wu

Thu, 28 Oct, 2021

We can definitely play better, says China PR’s Wu

Sydney: China PR captain Wu Haiyan believes there is more to come from her side, after they claimed a superb 6-1 win over Thailand in their first AFC Women’s Olympic Qualifying Tournament match on Friday.

With the difficulties faced in the final days of their pre-tournament preparation now well-documented, Jia Xiuquan’s side blew two-time FIFA Women’s World Cup participants Thailand away, scoring four goals before the interval on the way to a dominant victory.

Simon delighted by Matildas return

Thu, 28 Oct, 2021

Simon delighted by Matildas return

Sydney: Kyah Simon was a picture of happiness after helping Australia to a 7-0 win over Chinese Taipei on Friday, in an appearance which ended an injury-ridden 489-day hiatus from the national team.

The 28-year-old made a significant impact in her international return, supplying the assist for the first of Cailtin Foord’s three goals and showing a level of form and fitness which has eluded her for much of the last two years.

it was Simon’s first appearance under head coach Ante Milicic, with the Melbourne City star thrilled to play her part in an important win.

Jia: Mental strength made up for China PR's physical challenges

Thu, 28 Oct, 2021

Jia: Mental strength made up for China PR's physical challenges

Sydney: China PR head coach Jia Xiuquan paid tribute to his side’s mental toughness, after they closed an exceptionally challenging week with a stunning 6-1 win against Thailand in the AFC Women’s Olympic Qualifying Tournament on Friday.

Unable to train and confined to their Brisbane hotel for an extended period as a result of health precautions, the Steel Roses showed they have an iron will, producing four first-half goals to claim a commanding victory a little over 24 hours after arriving in Sydney.

With three points emphatically secured, Jia revealed his satisfaction at his team’s ability to overcome their trying circumstances.

Debut goal a dream come true for Vietnam hero Ngan 

Thu, 28 Oct, 2021

Debut goal a dream come true for Vietnam hero Ngan 

Jeju: Ngan Thi Van Su enjoyed a dream debut for Vietnam, emerging the match-winner in the 1-0 defeat of Myanmar in the  AFC Women’s Olympic Qualifiers on Thursday.

Ngan, who came on as a second half substitute, was inside the penalty box at the right time to nod home Nguyen Thi Bich Thuy’s cross in the 62nd minute.

Vietnam then held firm for victory, which sealed their place in the Play-offs, and Mai Duc Chung’s side face Korea Republic on Sunday to determine the Group A winners.