A strong second-half showing saw the Taeguk Ladies emerge 3-0 victors at the Perth Stadium to chalk up a seventh opening win in tournament history, and move to the top of Group C.
Given the difference in tournament experience and FIFA ranking—14 editions to two, 21st to 68th—it was unsurprising that Korea Republic dominated proceedings from the first whistle, even if both starting line-ups each featured seven tournament debutants. .....
𝗙𝗧 | 🇰🇷 Korea Republic 3️⃣-0️⃣ IR Iran 🇮🇷
— #WAC2026 (@afcasiancup) March 2, 2026
Korea Republic kick off their #WAC2026 campaign in emphatic fashion to take all three points!#KORvIRN pic.twitter.com/VFLsBEfiEK
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