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Japan wins the Women’s Asian Cup, beating Australia 1-0 on Hamano’s early strike

Japan’s Maika Hamano, center, celebrates after scoring the first goal during the Women’s Asian Cup soccer final between Japan and Australia in Sydney, Saturday, March 21, 2026.

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Refugee Council questions Australia’s Iran strategy at Women’s Asian Cup

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Australia and Japan compete in Women's Asian Cup final amid global attention

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Iranian Women’s Soccer Players Return Home After Asylum Bid In Australia Draws Mixed Reactions

Of seven Iranian women’s football team members who applied for asylum in Australia amid the Women’s Asian Cup, five later returned home with their squad, sparking debate over the process, AP reported.

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Iranian women’s soccer team returns home after declining asylum in Australia: report

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An exiled Iranian women’s soccer player understands the struggles of team in Australia seeking asylum

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Japan coach hails Nadeshiko character after Asian Cup triumph

Japan confirmed its status as the Asian powerhouse with a third ⁠title in the last four editions of the tournament.

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Japan 1-0 Australia (Mar 21, 2026) Game Analysis - ESPN

Australia's quest for Women's Asian Cup glory has ended in heartache after Japan condemned the Matildas to a 1-0 loss in the tournament's final. A first-half goal from Maika Hamano was all that separated the two sides in front of 74,

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Mexico-Japan soccer match brings a full crowd to Oakland's Coliseum

Saturday night, the Oakland Coliseum was the place for soccer fans to be. The venue hosted an international friendly match between Japan's and Mexico's Men's National soccer teams. Organizers of the match reported that the match was at capacity on Saturday ...

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Japan becomes the first team to qualify for the 2026 World Cup after host nations

SAITAMA, Japan — Japan became the first team to qualify for the 2026 World Cup after beating Bahrain 2-0 at Saitama Stadium on Thursday. Second-half goals from Daichi Kamada and Takefusa Kubo ensured the Samurai Blue secured a spot in Asia Group C's top ...

Brazil thrash Japan in Copa das Nações beach soccer opener

Rodrigo celebrates a goal against Japan in the opening of the Beach Soccer Nations CupCredits: PWBG 2026 PublicityBrazil debuted in the Beach Soccer Nations Cup this Thursday (19th) with a 7-2

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Soccer-Japan coach hails Nadeshiko character, Hamano after Asian Cup triumph

SYDNEY, March 22 (Reuters) - Japan steamrollered their way through five matches to get to the Women's Asian Cup final but, according to coach Nils Nielsen, were forced to show their adaptability and character to get past Australia and seal the title on Saturday.

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Montemurro confident Matildas can adapt to Japan test

Joe Montemurro is confident the Matildas have grown since their last meeting with Japan as the pair write a new chapter in one of Asia's best rivalries.

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Soccer-Japan's ageless 'King Kazu' delighted with J-League return

TOKYO, Jan 9 (Reuters) - Japan soccer great Kazuyoshi Miura, 58, said on Friday he had all but given up on a return to the J-League before signing for Fukushima United, adding that he hopes ‌to contribute with goals and assists in the latest chapter ...