Thai women's futsal beat China, won historic ticket to World Cup

The Thai women's futsal team made a spectacular comeback against China to win a ticket to the final of the 2025 Asian Women's Futsal Championship, and also registered their name in the 2025 Women's Futsal World Cup.

The semi-final match was dramatic from the start. In the 11th minute, Thailand opened the scoring when captain Tappakun's corner kick hit defender Yinglan (China) and changed direction, flying straight into the net.

However, China quickly responded with two consecutive goals from Fan Yuqiu and Cao Jiayi, taking advantage of mistakes from the Thai defense and goalkeeper. At the end of the first half, the Golden Temple team encountered difficulties when goalkeeper Sasiprapha received a direct red card.

Thailand women's futsal team makes history for Southeast Asia - Photo: Changsuek

Despite losing a man, Thailand played bravely in the second half. In the 26th minute, Bubpha scored from the penalty spot, tying the score at 2-2. In the 32nd minute, Saetoen's shot caused a Chinese defender to score an own goal, helping Thailand secure a 3-2 victory.

This victory not only sent Thailand to the final but also made them the first Southeast Asian team to qualify for the Women's Futsal World Cup.

The Vietnamese women's futsal team also participated in the 2025 Asian Women's Futsal Championship and performed quite impressively in the group stage. The team topped Group B after defeating Hong Kong 5-3, beating the Philippines 3-0 and drawing Iran 0-0. However, in the quarterfinals, Vietnam had to stop after a 0-2 defeat to Japan.

The 2025 Women's Futsal World Cup is the first World Cup for women's indoor football, taking place from November 21 to December 7 with the participation of 16 teams, divided into four groups to compete in the group stage.

Asia has four spots, including the host Philippines and the top three teams at the 2025 Asian Women's Futsal Championship. Other regions have also confirmed their representatives: Africa has Morocco and Tanzania; North and Central America has Canada and Panama; South America has Argentina, Brazil and Colombia; Oceania has New Zealand; Europe has Italy, Poland, Portugal and Spain.

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