China, Women's Asian Cup and North Korea
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SYDNEY (AP) — Defending champions China and three-time winners North Korea are through to the Women's Asian Cup quarterfinals after their second consecutive wins in group matches Friday. Midfielder Myong Yu Jong scored her fourth goal of the Women’s Asian Cup to lead North Korea to a 5-0 win.
Matildas defender Ellie Carpenter has expressed her frustration at the Women’s Asian Cup’s scheduling, calling on FIFA to ensure future tournaments don’t clash with major league finals. Carpenter and Chelsea teammate Sam Kerr missed Sunday’s League Cup final against Manchester United at Ashton Gate due to national commitments,