Futsal final heartbreak for Thailand at AFC Asian Cup

Thailand finished runners-up after a 3-2 loss on penalties to Japan in the AFC Women's Futsal Asian Cup China 2025 final at the Hohhot Sports Centre on Saturday night, with the thrilling tie ending 3-3 at the end of the extra time.

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Having twice taken the lead, Japan had to force their way back into the final after Thailand went ahead in extra time as the East Asian side finally lifted the trophy after having finished runners-up in both previous editions.

A mistake from Arriya Saetoen in the fifth minute presented Japan with the opener, with Yuka Iwasaki pouncing on the loose ball to set up the unmarked Sara Oino, who struck home into the bottom right corner of the net.