DEFENDING champion Japan beat Vietnam 3-0 at the Women’s Asian Cup in Pune on Monday to book their place in the quarterfinals alongside Australia and South Korea. READ:
Yui Narumiya scored twice, with her goals coming either side of an effort from former Asian Women’s Player of the Year Saki Kumagai.
Chelsea midfielder Ji So-yun was instrumental in the second goal six minutes from time when her header back across the target brushed against defender Tun Khin Mo Mo before crossing the line via the inside of the post. Emily van Egmond and Mary Fowler were also on target as the Australians defeated a Philippines side directed by former Matildas coach Alen Stajčić.
The top two finishers in each of the three groups will advance to the knockout rounds along with the two third-place finishers with the best records.
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