India tops Iraq U-17 Women 14–0 in Asian Cup qualifier

Baghdad (IraqiNew.com) – The Iraqi U-17 Women’s National Football Team endured a difficult opening fixture in the AFC U-17 Women’s Asian Cup Qualifiers on Monday, October 5, 2026, falling 14–0 to India in their Group E curtain-raiser at the MP Selayang Stadium in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The Indian side established early attacking dominance, concluding the first half with a commanding 7–0 advantage before adding another seven unanswered goals in the second period. The encounter was disrupted in the 64th minute—with the scoreline standing at 9–0—when match officials enforced an extended weather stoppage due to heavy thunderstorms and lightning activity around the stadium perimeter before play resumed. Despite the setback, the young Iraqi squad is preparing for two crucial remaining group fixtures as they continue their qualifying campaign: Matchday 2: Facing tournament hosts Malaysia on Thursday, October 8, 2026, kicking off at 4:00 PM Baghdad Time. Matchday 3: Concluding group play against Syria on Sunday, October 11, 2026, scheduled for an early morning kickoff at 10:30 AM Baghdad Time. The coaching staff will focus on tactical adjustments and defensive organization to regroup the squad ahead of Thursday’s match against Malaysia.