Photo: Asian Football ConfederationAs part of its promotional campaign for the tournament, which kicks off in early March, the AFC launched an ‘Epic Moments’ poll featuring nine standout moments from the history of the women’s game in Asia. Vietnam’s achievement in qualifying for the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup was included on the shortlist. The AFC labeled the entry 'Vietnam defy the odds,' highlighting the team’s performance in the 2022 Women’s Asian Cup play-offs, which also served as qualifiers for the 2023 World Cup. In a 35-second video clip, the AFC revisited Vietnam’s key goals during the play-off stage of the 2022 tournament, describing the team as having overcome adversity and secured progression under intense pressure. The 2026 Women’s Asian Cup will see Vietnam compete in Group C alongside Japan, India, and Taiwan.

Source: Tuoitre News February 25, 2026 07:04 UTC