China PR Defeats DPR Korea 2-1 in Women’s Asian Cup
In a tightly contested match at Western Sydney Stadium, China PR triumphed over DPR Korea with a score of 2-1 in the Women’s Asian Cup Group B encounter on March 9, 2026. The victory secures China a place in the quarter-finals, where they will face the runner-up of Group C.
DPR Korea initially took the lead in the 32nd minute, thanks to a goal from Kim Kyong-Yong. However, China responded swiftly, equalizing just two minutes later with a goal from Chen Qiaozhu.
The match’s turning point came just before halftime when Wang Shuang scored what would become the winning goal. Although initially ruled offside, the decision was overturned by VAR, leading to controversy among the North Korean players and fans. “The strike was initially called offside by the assistant referee, but VAR reversed the decision and the North Koreans were left fuming,” noted a source.
Wang Shuang’s close-range finish in first-half injury time proved decisive, as China sought to extend their record to a 10th title in the Women’s Asian Cup. The defending champions have consistently demonstrated their strength in the tournament.
North Korea, on the other hand, has a strong history in the Women’s Asian Cup, having reached the semi-finals in their last nine appearances. They will now face Australia in the quarter-finals, hoping to continue their impressive streak.
In another match, Uzbekistan secured their quarter-final spot with a commanding 4-0 victory over Bangladesh, showcasing their own ambitions in the tournament.
As the tournament progresses, observers will be keen to see how both China and North Korea perform in their respective quarter-final matches. North Korea’s recent VAR controversy adds an intriguing layer to their upcoming clash with Australia.
Details remain unconfirmed regarding the specific matchups and conditions for the quarter-finals, but the excitement surrounding the Women’s Asian Cup continues to build.
