Genevieve Henry

On a scale of 1 to SheBelieves Cup, how scared are we of this Japan side right now?

Gorgeous

this entire *tournament* should be a shop window for A-League Women clubs. we’re only a few games in and have already seen some terrific Asian talent. why we don’t lean into the confederation more at our domestic level is beyond me. #AFCWAC

The cover of The Complete Persepolis by Marianne Satrapi.

Now would be a good time for anyone who wants to learn about recent Iranian history to read this. It is well worth your time and money (I am sure your local library has it if you don’t want to purchase it).

the courage and spirit of the Iranian players to do anything at all tonight, with so much chaos and uncertainty unfolding back home, is just remarkable. they should be so, so proud. #KORvIRN #AFCWAC

Great game for Caitlin, so busy

The positives being:
- Chloe Lincoln clean sheet
- Not one defensively iffy moment
- Amy Sayer & Mary Fowler subs
- Clare Wheeler being EVERYWHERE and so so good
- Clare Hunt and Wini Heatley CB partnership looking tight
And last but not least... Sam Kerr back to scoring in the green & gold

Twas a game that truly could've been an email but lots of positives

The Philippines were great. The Matildas were uninspired. Job done tho.

So far I think this lineup is working. Every player is doing quite well.

Clare Wheeler. Good.

The script couldn't have been written any better

I'm aggressively hoping YouTube will work

I think tomorrow's 4am eastern so yes...3am is the general estimation of all wake-ups lol

Happy Asian Cup Eve...ready for some 3am wake ups!! Let's go Tillies 💚💛

A few years ago I foolishly decided to do a preview of every single cup competing in the 2023 World Cup. So I decided to do it again for the Asian Cup. Read my previews for Impetus below:

Asian Cup Preview: Australia Above: Australia lines up for a team photo. Image: Clare Wheeler’s Instagram. By Genevieve Henry (28/2/26). The hosts of the 2026 Asian Cup will be looking to reclaim their Asian crown on hom…

And finally...I'm done. Read my preview of Australia here.
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Asian Cup Preview: Australia Above: Australia lines up for a team photo. Image: Clare Wheeler’s Instagram. By Genevieve Henry (28/2/26). The hosts of the 2026 Asian Cup will be looking to reclaim their Asian crown on hom…

Australia:
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Australia Asian Cup preview

We HAVE to win this…but as @eviefootball.bsky.social points out, it may not be that easy.

The #Matildas tournament preview

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Asian Cup Preview: Japan Above: Japan lines up for friendlies against Canada in December 2025. Image: JFA. By Genevieve Henry and Alyce Collett (27/2/26). The Japanese Women’s National Team, known as the Nadeshiko, are the…

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Team preview of the tournament favourites by @eviefootball.bsky.social & @allyc.bsky.social

I’ve been pretty excited about The #Matildas since the squad dropped, but after taking a breath and reading this, I’m back to believing it’s probably Japan

Asian Cup Preview: Japan Above: Japan lines up for friendlies against Canada in December 2025. Image: JFA. By Genevieve Henry and Alyce Collett (27/2/26). The Japanese Women’s National Team, known as the Nadeshiko, are the…

Japan:
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The internet's most comprehensive Asian Cup preview incl North Korea's epic aim & the stories we must address Women's football writer SAMANTHA LEWIS presents a comprehensive preview of the tournament with every angle on and off the field.

there are heaps of Matildas-focused #AFCWAC previews out there, but few of them dive into the other huge stories & sub-plots threaded throughout the tournament.

so, with Australia covered everywhere else, here are five other storylines to keep an eye on.

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Chinese Taipei

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“Out of possession, the emphasis is on vertical and horizontal compactness, with minimal space between the lines and a clear intention to deny central progression.…”

Team preview by @eviefootball.bsky.social

Asian Cup Preview: Chinese Taipei Above: The Chinese Taipei Women’s National Team are ready to compete in a competition which they are very familiar with. Image: Chinese Taipei Football Federation Facebook. By Genevieve Henry…

Chinese Taipei:
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That honestly might be the only thing that works, bet they're gonna be missing Ash Neville quite a bit as well this month

Imagine being Tottenham who look better than ever but now their great!! CB pairing is off to compete at the Asian Cup

Asian Cup Preview: India Above: India lines up for a team photo. Image: Indian Football on X. By Genevieve Henry (25/2/26). The Indian women’s national team, known fondly as the Blue Tigresses, were one of the better teams…

India:
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Asian Cup Preview: India Above: India lines up for a team photo. Image: Indian Football on X. By Genevieve Henry (25/2/26). The Indian women’s national team, known fondly as the Blue Tigresses, were one of the better teams…

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Since their early days, India’s dominance has fluctuated due to lack of support, but they are now on a positive trajectory. The Blue Tigresses were the second-highest scoring team in qualification.

Team preview by @eviefootball.bsky.social

“The Golden Star Women Warriors’ secret stretch may lie simply in preparation.Vietnam has been peppering their players with opportunities, playing unsanctioned and hybrid friendlies to keep players at a top level”

Asian Cup Preview: Vietnam Above: The Vietnamese Women’s National Team lines up. Image: VNA. By Genevieve Henry (24/2/26). The Vietnamese Women’s National Team, known as Những Nữ Chiến Binh Sao Vàng or Golden Star Wome…

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The Vietnamese Women’s National Team, known as Những Nữ Chiến Binh Sao Vàng or Golden Star Women Warriors, have been a powerhouse in Southeast Asia for decades now.

Asian Cup preview by @eviefootball.bsky.social