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Women’s Asian Cup 2026: Australia navigate tricky North Korea tie to secure semi-final berth

The Matildas had to withstand late pressure in tight 2-1 win in Perth

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Neel Shelat
Mar 13, 2026
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Alanna Kennedy celebrates scoring Australia’s opener in their 2-1 in against North Korea. Credit: Getty Images

Australia battled to a 2-1 win against North Korea in the first quarter-final of the 2026 Women’s Asian Cup.

North Korea spent the majority of the match on the front foot but the Matildas managed to progress thanks to a goal-of-the-tournament co…

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