Perth, Australia, March 17, 2026 (AFP) - Chelsea striker Kerr sends Australia into Asian Cup final

NAMPA / AFP

2026-03-17

Chelsea striker Sam Kerr scored the winner to put hosts Australia into the Women's Asian Cup final with a tense 2-1 victory over defending champions China on Tuesday in Perth. Kerr fired home from a tight angle in the 58th minute, her fourth goal of the tournament proving the difference in a gruelling semi-final in front of 35,170 fans on a balmy night. The Matildas will face title favourites Japan or South Korea in Saturday's final in Sydney.......

Restricted content

Sports News

Barcelona, March 17, 2026 (AFP) - Barca Flick's 'last job' but not yet certain on renewal

2026-03-17 15:30:38

London, March 17, 2026 (AFP) - Pope says idea England 'weren't fussed' about the Ashes was tough to take

2026-03-17 15:30:38

Beijing, March 17, 2026 (AFP) - China suspends marathon official who blocked winner at finish line

2026-03-17 15:30:38

London, March 17, 2026 (AFP) - Wales captain Ramsey out of World Cup play-off squad

2026-03-17 15:00:45

Perth, Australia, March 17, 2026 (AFP) - Chelsea striker Kerr sends Australia into Asian Cup final

2026-03-17 14:30:49

Dublin, March 17, 2026 (AFP) - Ireland quartet sign new deals ahead of 2027 Rugby World Cup

2026-03-17 14:30:49

London, March 17, 2026 (AFP) - Wales fail to lure Phillips into World Cup play-off squad

2026-03-17 13:30:15

Hamilton, New Zealand, March 17, 2026 (AFP) - Hard-hitting Conway steers New Zealand to victory over South Africa

2026-03-17 12:00:31

Kuala Lumpur, March 17, 2026 (AFP) - Malaysia hit with 3-0 forfeits to send Vietnam to Asian Cup

2026-03-17 12:00:31

Kuala Lumpur, March 17, 2026 (AFP) - Malaysia hit with 3-0 forfeits to send Vietnam to Asian Cup

2026-03-17 10:30:16

2026-03-17 09:30:20

Latest NAMPA photos

OMUTHIYA, 14 March 2026 - Residents of Omuthiya town during the town council’s public meeting. (Photo by: Max Henrich) NAMPA

NAMPA

OTJOMBINDE, 13 March 2026 - Omaheke Governor Pijoo Marikutuka Nganate officiating the launch of the Otjombinde Sports Field construction. (Photo: Contributed)

NAMPA

OTJOMBINDE, 13 March 2026 - Omaheke Governor Pijoo Marikutuka Nganate (C) officiating the launch of the Otjombinde Sports Field construction. (Photo: Contributed)

NAMPA

SESFONTEIN, 14 March 2026 - School learners pictured during the Kunene Regional Career Fair. (Photo: Contributed)

NAMPA

EPUKIRO, 13 March 2026 - Epukiro schools received donations from the Omaheke Regional Council. (Photo: Contributed)

NAMPA

EPUKIRO, 13 March 2026 - Epukiro schools received donations from the Omaheke Regional Council. (Photo: Contributed)

NAMPA

EPUKIRO, 12 March 2026 - Epukiro Constituency councillor, Pineal Packy Pakarae handed over needed materials to all four Epukiro schools. (Photo: Contributed)

NAMPA

NCAMAGORO, 13 March 2026 - Women marching at the belated commemoration of International Women’s Day at Ncamagoro Hall, on Friday. (Photo by: Lylie Joel) NAMPA

NAMPA