The two-time winners will now turn their attention to their clash with Jordan on Saturday, while Uzbekistan will be seeking their first win against defending champions DPR Korea.
Both sides showed their attacking intent early in the game, with the opening exchanges producing end-to-end action, most notably Diyora Bakhtiyarova's effort in the sixth minute, which was comfortably collected by Korea Republic goalkeeper Kim Chae-been, who was called into action again almost immediately to block Rukshona Usarova’s long-range attempt. .....
FT | 🇰🇷 Korea Republic 2️⃣-0️⃣ Uzbekistan 🇺🇿
— AFC Women’s Football (@TheAWCL) April 2, 2026
Korea Republic take the three points on opening day! #U20WAC | #KORvUZB pic.twitter.com/QLBGrMdpX9
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