Japan Dominates to Reach Knockout Stage; Chinese Taipei Defeats Vietnam
Synopsis
In an exhilarating display, Japan secured their place in the knockout rounds of the 2026 AFC Women's Asian Cup with an impressive 11-0 win over India. Chinese Taipei also shone by clinching a crucial victory against Vietnam, intensifying the competition in Group C.
Key Takeaways
Japan's Dominance: An 11-0 victory against India shows their strength.
Hat-tricks: Riko Ueki and Hinata Miyazawa were key scorers for Japan.
Chinese Taipei's Win: A critical 1-0 win against Vietnam keeps their knockout hopes alive.
Group C Dynamics: Japan leads while Chinese Taipei and Vietnam contend for second place.
Next Matches: Japan vs.
Vietnam and India vs.
Chinese Taipei are crucial upcoming games.
Sydney, March 7 (NationPress) Japan, a two-time champion, has successfully moved to the knockout phase of the 2026 AFC Women's Asian Cup after a stunning 11-0 victory against India in their second group stage encounter on Saturday evening.
Both Riko Ueki and Hinata Miyazawa netted hat-tricks, while Kiko Seike contributed two goals, marking Japan's victory as the highest score of the tournament thus far at the Perth Rectangular Stadium in Western Australia, securing their spot in the quarterfinals.
From the outset, Japan dominated the match, scoring three goals within the first 20 minutes, highlighted by an incredible shot from Yuzuki Yamamoto just four minutes in, which found the top left corner, according to reports from Xinhua.
Ueki made an immediate impact after being substituted in at halftime, scoring her first goal, which was also Japan's sixth, just two minutes later, and completed her hat-trick with a header in the 65th minute.
This victory puts Japan firmly at the top of Group C, three points ahead of Chinese Taipei and Vietnam, with a significant advantage in goal difference.
Japan's next challenge will be against Vietnam in the final round of Group C on Tuesday night, while India will face Chinese Taipei.
In another match, Chinese Taipei narrowly defeated Vietnam 1-0, thanks to a goal by Su Yu-hsuan during a fiercely contested AFC Women's Asian Cup game played under intense heat at the Perth Rectangular Stadium on Saturday.
Despite their previous quarterfinal appearance in the 2022 Asian Cup, Vietnam struggled to maintain their fast-paced style in the sweltering conditions.
This result leaves both Vietnam and Chinese Taipei level on three points in Group C, while Japan is set to face off against India later on Saturday.
After a defensive strategy in their opening loss to Japan, Chinese Taipei shifted to a more aggressive approach against Vietnam, taking the lead in the 26th minute with a header from Su.
Although Vietnam, who won against India 2-1 in their opener, sought to equalize, Chinese Taipei managed to keep their advantage by halftime.
With some tense moments in the second half, Chinese Taipei held on to their lead, keeping their hopes of advancing to the knockout stages alive.
Point of View
It's clear that Japan's commanding performance has set a high standard in the 2026 AFC Women's Asian Cup. Their ability to dominate matches reflects their status as two-time champions, while Chinese Taipei's tactical shift showcases the unpredictability of the tournament. The competition is heating up as teams vie for knockout stage positions.
NationPress
20 Jun 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the final score of the Japan vs. India match?
Japan won against India with a score of 11-0.
Who scored hat-tricks in the Japan vs. India match?
Riko Ueki and Hinata Miyazawa each scored hat-tricks.
What was the result of the Chinese Taipei vs. Vietnam match?
Chinese Taipei defeated Vietnam 1-0.
When is Japan's next match in the tournament?
Japan will play against Vietnam in the final round of Group C on Tuesday night.
How does the group standings look for Japan and Chinese Taipei?
Japan leads Group C, followed by Chinese Taipei and Vietnam, both tied on three points.
