AFC Women Asian Cup Qualifiers: Pakistan's Journey Ends
The AFC Women's Asian Cup qualifiers have provided a platform for Pakistan's national women's football team to showcase their skills and determination, and despite not advancing to the next round, the team has made a significant impact in the tournament, with their performance being hailed as a "moment of pride" for Pakistani football.
Pakistan's national women's football team has been knocked out of the AFC Women's Asian Cup qualifiers, despite a 2-1 victory over Kyrgyzstan, due to Chinese Taipei's superior performance in Group D.
The team, which was competing in its first-ever outing in the qualifiers, finished second in the group with six points from two wins in three matches. The Pakistan Football Federation (PFF) praised the team's performance, calling it a "moment of pride" for Pakistani football. The team's campaign was marked by two impressive wins, including a 2-0 victory over Indonesia.
Mariam Mahmood's two goals in the first half against Kyrgyzstan secured Pakistan's second victory in the tournament. The team showcased significant improvement despite failing to qualify for the main event, dominating the match with 16 shots, 8 corner kicks, and 48 dangerous attacks. The team's progress was highlighted by wins over higher-ranked opponents Kyrgyzstan and Indonesia.
Although Pakistan's journey in the AFC Women's Asian Cup qualifiers has come to an end, the team's performance has sparked hope for the future of women's football in the country. The PFF's recognition of the team's efforts is a testament to the progress made, and the team will look to build on this experience in upcoming tournaments.