Sam Kerr played a starring role, scoring one and making the other for Alanna Kennedy as Australia - who fell in the quarter-finals four years ago - advanced to a last four meeting with either defending champions China PR or Chinese Taipei. The win also secured their ticket to the FIFA Women’s World Cup Brazil 2027.
While DPR Korea’s title dream was dashed, they can walk tall after a spirited performance and will now set their sights on the FIFA Women’s World Cup Brazil 2027 playoff against either China PR or Chinese Taipei on Thursday. .....
𝗙𝗧 | 🇦🇺 Australia 2️⃣-1️⃣ DPR Korea 🇰🇵
— #WAC2026 (@afcasiancup) March 13, 2026
The hosts hold their nerve and secure their semi-finals berth!#WAC2026 | #AUSvPRK pic.twitter.com/THQfKSxxyT
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