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Iraq U-17 women suffer heavy opening qualifier loss

India defeated Iraq 14-0 in the opening match of the AFC U-17 Women’s Asian Cup qualifiers.

By Iraq Times Newsroom5 Oct 2026, 00:00

Iraq U-17 women suffer heavy opening qualifier loss

Iraq’s under-17 women began their AFC U-17 Women’s Asian Cup qualifying campaign with a 14-0 defeat to India in Kuala Lumpur. India took control early and converted its advantage into a one-sided result.

The Iraqi side remain in Group E and have further fixtures in which to respond. The campaign offers a demanding test for a young squad at continental level.

Original reporting: Alsumaria News ↗