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Australia kicks off the Women's Asian Cup on home soil Sunday, with soccer stars Sam Kerr and Mary Fowler back after injury recoveries. The tournament brings 12 nations together across three cities through March 21.
Japan's women's soccer team arrives at the Asian Cup in Australia with 16 England-based players and a reputation for thrilling, fast-paced play. Coach Nils Nielsen believes their exciting style will win over Australian fans and make them tournament favorites.
Australia's star goalkeeper Mackenzie Arnold is feeling confident ahead of the Asian Cup tournament starting Sunday, despite limited game time during the off-season. The Matildas will face the Philippines in their opening match in Perth.
Australia's soccer captain Sam Kerr returns to lead her national team in the upcoming Women's Asian Cup, joined by teammate Mary Fowler who's making a remarkable comeback just months after major knee surgery. The tournament kicks off March 1 in Perth as Australia chases its second Asian Cup title.
Australia's soccer captain Sam Kerr is leading the Matildas in their quest to win the Women's Asian Cup again, 16 years after she won it as a 16-year-old. After battling through ACL surgery and 637 days off the field, she's back and ready to bring another title home.
India's under-17 women's soccer team kicked off their regional tournament with a hard-fought 1-0 victory against host nation Nepal. The young squad is using the competition to prepare for the prestigious AFC Asian Cup later this year.
India's new women's football coach Amelia Valverde says success means more than just winning games. The Costa Rican knows firsthand how qualifying for major tournaments transforms women's sports in a country.
Players on China's under-23 football team accurately predicted two of their three goal scorers before defeating Vietnam 3-0 in the Asian Cup semifinals. A new documentary reveals the team's unique preparation and confidence heading into their historic victory.