Heartbreak for Matildas as Japan seal narrow win in the 2026 Women’s Asian Cup

The Matildas have the chance to win the Asian Cup title for the first time since 2010 but face one of the world’s best women’s sides in Japan. Kick-off is at 8pm AEDT; follow all the action live.


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