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LIVE: Japan vs Australia – Women’s Asian Cup 2026 final

Follow our live build-up, with team news, before our text commentary stream of the Women’s Asian Cup final.

Sam Kerr of Australia celebrates scoring her team's second goal.
Sam Kerr's sublime second-half strike in the semifinals guided the Matildas to Saturday's final against Japan [Paul Kane/Getty Images]
By Manasi Pathak and Kevin Hand
Published On 21 Mar 2026

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  • Two-time champions Japan face familiar foes and hosts Australia in the Women’s Asian Cup 2026 final.
  • The match is being held at Stadium Australia in Sydney, with kickoff set for 8pm (09:00 GMT).