India's Under-17 women's national football team has secured its second consecutive qualification for the AFC Women's Asia Cup after a decisive 4-0 victory over Malaysia, finishing top of Group E. The tournament is scheduled to be held in China in 2027.
The Indian "Tigresses," who only needed a draw to qualify, delivered an attacking performance to overwhelm their opponents. According to Indian media reports, the goals were scored by Redima Chingkhamayum (28'), Pritika Barman (50'), Anushka Kumari (56'), and Nidhi (86').
This victory marks the end of a sensational qualification round for India. The team showcased its dominance by winning all three of its matches, scoring an impressive 20 goals while conceding none.
The team's 15-year-old star, Anushka Kumari, was a standout performer, scoring eight goals during the campaign. Her brilliant performance was crucial to her team's success and has drawn the attention of many football experts.
With this qualification, India joins a formidable lineup of teams including defending champions DPR Korea, Japan, Australia, and the host nation, China. These four teams qualified directly by finishing in the top four at the 2026 tournament. Seven other group winners from the qualification round will complete the field.
This achievement is considered a historic milestone for women's football in India and raises hopes for the team's strong performance in the final tournament of the 2027 AFC Women's Asia Cup.
Source: Indian Media
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