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Indonesia drawn in tough group F with Japan and Qatar for 2027 Asian Cup
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The 2027 Asian Cup draw placed Indonesia in Group F alongside Japan, Qatar and Thailand. Coach John Herdman immediately outlined plans for a major squad review.
Indonesia's national team under John Herdman is drawing attention from other Asian nations even though the 2027 Asian Cup is still far off. The squad's rapid development has prompted rivals including Qatar and Japan to pay special notice.
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North Korea's U-17 women's football team received a grand welcome in Pyongyang after defeating Japan 5-1 to claim a record fifth AFC U-17 Women's Asian Cup title in China.
South Korea advanced to the semifinals of the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) U-23 Asian Cup with a 2-1 victory over Australia in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Goals from Baek Gaon and Shin Min-ha secured the win, setting up a matchup against Japan. This marks their first semifinal appearance since winning the title in 2020.
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Officials from Japan and South Korea have revealed considerations for a joint bid to host the 2035 men's Asian Cup, building on their 2002 World Cup co-hosting success. The Korea Football Association sees it as one possible strategy, while the Japan Football Association is conducting studies, though no firm decisions have been made.