Preview - Semi-final: Korea Republic v Philippines

Fri, 25 Feb, 2022

Preview - Semi-final: Korea Republic v Philippines

Pune: Korea Republic head coach Colin Bell is expecting a tough challenge from a vibrant Philippines side when they face off in the AFC Women’s Asian Cup India 2022™ semi-finals on Thursday. 

Korea Republic are no strangers to the AFC Women’s Asian Cup semi-finals, having played at this stage on five previous occasions but the Philippines will be making their debut and Bell expects the Southeast Asian to play with no fear at the Shree Shiv Chhatrapati Sports Complex in Pune.

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Playoff: Vietnam defeat Thailand to boost FIFA Women's World Cup hopes

Thu, 03 Feb, 2022

Playoff: Vietnam defeat Thailand to boost FIFA Women's World Cup hopes

Navi Mumbai: Vietnam took a huge step forward in their bid for a first ever FIFA Women's World Cup qualification with a 2-0 win over Thailand at the D.Y. Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai on Wednesday.

A win for Vietnam against Chinese Taipei in the round robin playoff on Sunday will seal the remaining automatic slot for the Southeast Asian side, with China PR, Japan, Korea Republic, the Philippines and co-hosts Australia having already qualified for the FIFA Women's World Cup Australia/New Zealand 2023.

Thailand's hopes hang by a thread, with victory over Chinese Taipei needed on Friday if they are to stand a chance, failing which the Southeast Asian side will advance to the Inter-Confederation playoffs. 

Bell credits strong mentality for Korea Republic’s win

Mon, 31 Jan, 2022

Bell credits strong mentality for Korea Republic’s win

Pune: Korea Republic head coach Colin Bell hailed his side’s determination and mental fortitude in the second half to beat Australia 1-0 in the AFC Women’s Asian Cup India 2022™ quarter-finals on Sunday. 

It was an intense match from the first blow of the referee’s whistle with Korea Republic on the receiving end of Australia’s aggression. 

The Taeguk Ladies, however, could have taken the lead in the 40th minute after a VAR review awarded them a penalty, but Cho So-hyun shot wide. 

Philippines’ success a result of hard work, says Stajcic

Mon, 31 Jan, 2022

Philippines’ success a result of hard work, says Stajcic

Pune: Head coach Alen Stajcic was ecstatic after the Philippines’ confirmed their spot in the AFC Women’s Asian Cup India 2022™ semi-finals for the first time, following their win over Chinese Taipei on Sunday. 

There was double celebration as the win meant Stajcic and his charges made more history for the Philippines by clinching a ticket to their maiden FIFA Women’s World Cup, where they will compete against the best in Australia/New Zealand 2023. 

Japan’s Sugasawa eager for more goals after quarter-final exploits

Wed, 02 Feb, 2022

Japan’s Sugasawa eager for more goals after quarter-final exploits

Navi Mumbai: Yuika Sugasawa is happy to have played a major role in Japan’s 7-0 win over Thailand in the ​​AFC Women's Asian Cup India 2022™ quarter-finals on Sunday.

The win set Japan up for a semi-final battle against China PR and also confirmed their FIFA Women's World Cup Australia/New Zealand 2023 berth.

Shui’s faith in players pays off for China PR

Mon, 31 Jan, 2022

Shui’s faith in players pays off for China PR

Navi Mumbai: Shui Qingxia’s faith in her players was the key to China PR’s 3-1 victory over Vietnam in the AFC Women's Asian Cup India 2022™ quarter-finals on Sunday.

The Steel Roses had to come from a goal down to defeat a gritty Vietnam at the D.Y. Patil Stadium to seal their place in the semi-finals and also book their place in the FIFA Women's World Cup Australia/New Zealand 2023.

Ikeda: Japan’s focus on semi-finals, not title

Mon, 31 Jan, 2022

Ikeda: Japan’s focus on semi-finals, not title

Navi Mumbai: Despite leading Japan to an empathic 7-0 win over Thailand in the ​​AFC Women's Asian Cup India 2022™ quarter-finals on Sunday, Futoshi Ikeda doesn’t want his players to think of the title but instead focus on the semi-finals. 

Victory at the D.Y. Patil Stadium earned Ikeda’s side a last four date with eight-time winners China PR, and also confirmed their FIFA Women's World Cup Australia/New Zealand 2023 berth.