India tops Iraq U-17 Women 14–0 in Asian Cup qualifier
India led 7-0 at halftime and added seven more after a weather stoppage, setting a new program record for its biggest win.
- On Monday, October 5, 2026, The India U-17 Women's National Football Team demolished Iraq 14-0 in their AFC U-17 Women's Asian Cup Qualifiers opener at Selayang Stadium in Malaysia.
- The Indian side established early attacking dominance, concluding the first half with a 7-0 advantage and surpassing their previous 12-0 record wins against the UAE and Sri Lanka.
- Heavy thunderstorms in the 64th minute forced a 30-minute weather stoppage with the score at 9-0. Anushka Kumari was named Player of the Match, with skipper Abhista Basnett adding two goals.
- Despite the difficult opening, The Iraqi U-17 Women's National Football Team is preparing for their next fixture against Malaysia on Thursday, October 8, 2026, focusing on tactical adjustments and defensive organization.
- India faces Syria on October 8 and Malaysia on October 11 in Group E, with only group winners qualifying for the AFC U-17 Women's Asian Cup China 2027.
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14-0! India U17 women crush Iraq for biggest-ever win in Asian Cup qualifiers; Anushka hits five
In a stunning display of skill, India's U17 women's team triumphed over Iraq with a jaw-dropping 14-0 victory in their qualifiers. Anushka Kumari shone brightly as the star of the match, scoring five goals and clinching the Player of the Match accolade. Abhista Basnett was instrumental as well, netting two goals and highlighting the team's cohesive efforts. After a brief pause due to weather, the team quickly regained their momentum.
India thrashes Iraq, starts AFC U-17 Women’s Asian Cup 2027 Qualifiers with record win
India will meet Syria next on October 8, before going up against host Malaysia on October 11 in Group E. Only the group winners will qualify for the AFC U-17 Women’s Asian Cup China 2027.
India U-17 Women Thrash Iraq 14-0 in Record-Breaking AFC Qualifiers Win
Selayang, October 5, 2026 (Yes Punjab News) India’s U-17 women’s football team opened its AFC U-17 Women’s Asian Cup 2027 qualifying campaign in emphatic fashion, thrashing Iraq 14-0 at the MP Selayang Stadium in Selayang, Malaysia, on Monday. The victory marked India’s biggest-ever win in the age-group competition, surpassing the previous 12-0 victories over the […]
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