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AFC U17 Women's Asian Cup 2027 qualifiers determine 12 finalists
The qualifying rounds for the 2027 AFC U17 Women's Asian Cup have concluded, determining the 12 teams that will compete in China from March 31 to April 17, 2027. The final lineup includes host China and direct qualifiers North Korea, Japan, and Australia, alongside eight group winners from the qualifying stage.
Several nations secured their spots through dominant performances. Vietnam's U17 women's team qualified after a perfect run, including a record-breaking 20-0 victory over Northern Mariana Islands. Indonesia also secured qualification by winning all three Group B matches, including a 5-0 victory against Singapore. India's 'Young Tigresses' earned their place by topping Group E, highlighted by a 4-0 win over Malaysia and a significant goal difference.
Other qualifying teams include South Korea, Chinese Taipei, Thailand, Myanmar, and the Philippines. The tournament in China will feature these 12 teams divided into three groups of four, with the top three from each group and one runner-up advancing to the knockout stages.
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AFC · AFC U17 Women's Asian Cup · AFC U17 Women’s Asian Cup · China · Erick Thohir · India U17 Women's National Team · India Women's U17 National Team · Indonesia U17 Women's National Team · Joakim Alexandersson · Malaysia U17 Women's National Team · Malaysia Women's U17 National Team · Takayoshi Ishihara