US EditionKerr Fires Australia Into Asian Cup Final
Sam Kerr’s decisive fourth goal secured Australia’s spot in the final, with 35,170 fans witnessing a tightly contested semi-final against China.
- On Tuesday , Matildas captain Sam Kerr scored the match-winner in the 58th minute to secure a 2-1 semi-final victory over China national team at Perth Rectangular Stadium.
- Caitlin Foord, Arsenal forward, opened scoring in the 17th minute before Zhang Linyan, China forward, equalised with a penalty in the 26th minute.
- In front of 35,170 fans, Kerr evaded goalkeeper Peng Shimeng and finished from a tight angle, scoring her fourth tournament goal as China registered 14 shots to Australia's eight.
- China's bid for a 10th title ended as Australia will head to Sydney for the final on Saturday, facing the winner of South Korea and Japan.
- Two remaining berths will be decided via playoffs on March 19, with Uzbekistan, Philippines, Chinese Taipei, and North Korea competing for spots at the AFC Women's Asian Cup. This positions the tournament as a crucial pathway to Brazil 2027 qualification.
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[Sports Chosun Reporter Kim Ga-eul] Defending champions China’s women’s football team ended their challenge in the semifinals and are facing fierce criticism from fans. The Chinese women’s national football team lost 1-2 to Australia in the 2026 AFC Women’s Asian Cup semifinal held at Optus Stadium in Perth, Australia, on the 17th (KST). Defending champions China aimed for a second consecutive title but failed to cross the threshold to the final.
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