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Japan’s Saki Kumagai (left) and Riko Ueki celebrate beating South Korea in their Women’s Asian Cup semi-final in Sydney. Photo: AFP
Asian Football Confederation (AFC)

Japan thrash South Korea 4-1 to set up Women’s Asian Cup final with Australia

Coach Nils Nielsen says his side have played better despite their utterly dominant performance in Sydney.

Asian Football Confederation (AFC)

Women’s Asian Cup: China coach says team on right track despite last 4 heartache

Asian Football Confederation (AFC)

Women’s Asian Cup: Kerr’s stunner sends Australia into final, knocks China out

Asian Football Confederation (AFC)

Malaysia out of Asian Cup race after AFC overturns wins, hands down US$50,000 fine

Malaysia punished for fielding ineligible players; wins over Nepal and Vietnam converted into 3-0 forfeits.

The Football Association of Malaysia has been fined as part of the punishment handed down by the Asian Football Confederation. Photo: Reuters
The Football Association of Malaysia has been fined as part of the punishment handed down by the Asian Football Confederation. Photo: Reuters
Fifa World Cup 2026

Iran ‘negotiating’ with Fifa over moving World Cup games to Mexico: embassy

Country’s participation in this summer’s tournament thrown into doubt by US and Israel attacks and Donald Trump’s threats.

Asian Football Confederation (AFC)

AFC has received no notification from Iran on World Cup withdrawal

Sports minister said it was impossible for the players to participate in the tournament after the US launched air strikes alongside ⁠Israel.

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Asian Football Confederation (AFC)

Women’s Asian Cup: ex-Australia coach ‘enjoying journey with China’

The 51-year-old Ante Milicic managed the Matildas in 2019-20, taking the team to the last 16 of the 2019 Women’s World Cup in France.

Ante Milicic joined China in 2024 after they failed ‌to qualify for the Paris Olympics. Photo: EPA
Ante Milicic joined China in 2024 after they failed ‌to qualify for the Paris Olympics. Photo: EPA
Asian Football Confederation (AFC)

Women’s Asian Cup: Japan have no fears about defence before South Korea semi

Two-time champions have not let in any goals in four games while scoring 24, but in Sydney will face a strong team that have scored 16.

The Football Association of Hong Kong, China

Hong Kong goalkeeper ‘winning bet’ after quitting school for football

Pong Cheuk-hei pushing for first international cap after excellent start with new club Kitchee following three years ‘learning how to lose’.

US, Israel war on Iran

Iran says women’s football captain has withdrawn Australia asylum bid

Zahra Ghanbari is the fifth member of the delegation to change her mind amid claims players had received threats against their families.

Iranian women’s football team captain Zahra Ghanbari at Robina Stadium on the Gold Coast, Australia on March 1. Photo: AAP Image / Dave Hunt via Reuters
Asian Football Confederation (AFC)

Women’s Asian Cup: ‘resilient’ China do not fear hosts, Japan smash Philippines

Holders meet Australia at 60,000-capacity Perth Stadium in Tuesday’s semi-final, while Japan will face South Korea in Sydney on Wednesday.

Defending champions China needed extra time to beat Chinese Taipei 2-0 in their quarter-final on Saturday. Photo: Xinhua
Defending champions China needed extra time to beat Chinese Taipei 2-0 in their quarter-final on Saturday. Photo: Xinhua
The Football Association of Hong Kong, China

Hong Kong boss hopes Asian Games nod helps usher in professional women’s game

Ricardo Rambo plotting to deliver performances in Japan that accelerate process of introducing full-time women’s football to the city.

Asian Football Confederation (AFC)

China and South Korea power into Women’s Asian Cup semis, book World Cup spots

Holders set up match with hosts Australia, while Chinese Taipei will vie with other ‌losing quarter-finalists ‌for two more World Cup places.

Asian Football Confederation (AFC)

Australia edge North Korea to reach Women’s Asian Cup semis, earn World Cup spot

Matildas outplayed by their youthful opponents but take their only chances, will face either holders China or Chinese Taipei in last four.

Australia’s Alanna Kennedy (right) scores her team’s first goal from the edge of the box in their Women’s Asian Cup quarter-final win over North Korea in Perth on Friday. Photo: AP
Asian Football Confederation (AFC)

China coach calls for ‘calm’ in Asian Cup quarter-final with Chinese Taipei

Reigning champions bidding for record-extending 10th title but are wary of opponents who have shown improvement over the tournament.

North Korean goalkeeper You Son-gum (top) fails to stop Chen Qiaozhu (3) scoring her team’s first goal in China’s 2-1 group match win on Monday. Photo: AP
North Korean goalkeeper You Son-gum (top) fails to stop Chen Qiaozhu (3) scoring her team’s first goal in China’s 2-1 group match win on Monday. Photo: AP
Fifa World Cup 2026

Only heat can stop ‘top England’ winning World Cup, says Wales boss Bellamy

Craig Bellamy annoyed talks with Tottenham defender Ashley Phillips made public ahead of World Cup play-off against Bosnia and Herzegovina.

The Football Association of Hong Kong, China

Hong Kong football boss’ dream start after shock over landing role

Darren Read oversees League Cup semi-final victory in first match after being installed as interim Lee Man head coach.

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Asian Games 2026

Hong Kong footballers given go-ahead for Asian Games in Japan

Fears over city teams’ participation quashed as local association reveals green light after successfully petitioning Olympic Council of Asia.

Hong Kong players celebrate their shock Asian Games quarter-final win over Iran in 2023. Photo: Dickson Lee
Hong Kong players celebrate their shock Asian Games quarter-final win over Iran in 2023. Photo: Dickson Lee
Fifa

Iraq, Italy, who could replace Iran at World Cup? Rules say Fifa can pick anyone

Iraq and United Arab Emirates could be part of the solution, but both face travel issues caused by US and Israel’s war in the Middle East.

Fifa World Cup 2026

Iran will not compete in US-hosted 2026 World Cup, sports minister says

Ahmad Donyamali says the US and Israeli air strikes mean ‘under no circumstances can we participate⁠’ in event hosted by US, Canada, Mexico.

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Uefa Champions League

Uefa Champions League: little Bodo Glimt take next step on giant-killing journey

Norwegian club have beaten Inter Milan, Atletico Madrid and Manchester City this season, but any talk in the team about winning is banned.

Bodo Glimt’s players celebrate after beating Italy’s Inter Milan in Milan in the previous round of the Uefa Champions League. Photo: Xinhua
Asian Football Confederation (AFC)

Australia grants asylum to 2 more members of Iran football delegation

A player and member of the support staff decided to stay, with rest of Women’s Asia Cup squad returning home on Tuesday.

Members of Iran’s women’s football delegation arrive at the Kuala Lumpur International Airport on their way home from the Women’s Asia Cup in Australia. Photo: AFP
Members of Iran’s women’s football delegation arrive at the Kuala Lumpur International Airport on their way home from the Women’s Asia Cup in Australia. Photo: AFP
Asian Football Confederation (AFC)

Women’s Asian Cup: Japan thrash Vietnam to ease into last 8, Chinese Taipei also in

Chinese Taipei to face China in quarter-finals after victory over India, Japan to take on Philippines.

US, Israel war on Iran

Australia grants asylum to 5 Iranian women footballers after anthem controversy

Some players did not sing their country’s national anthem before a match, sparking fears they might face trouble back home.

Asian Football Confederation (AFC)

China beat North Korea in controversial Women’s Asian Cup clash, top Group B

North Korea refuse to play after VAR reverses disallowed goal, defeat sets up quarter-final against Australia.

North Korea’s head coach Ri Song-ho (left) is booked after protesting China’s second goal in Sydney. Photo: AFP
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