The forward has been one of the standout players, with her 11 goals powering the defending champions through to yet another title showdown against Japan but this is just a step on the pathway she sees for herself.
“I’m now in the U17 team, my goals are to keep rising up the ranks through the Under-20s and eventually the senior team,” said Yu. “Hopefully I’ll have more days like the semi-final where I score hat-tricks and I’m confident I can do it.” .....
“I am incredibly happy that we have reached the Final. Now, our only goal is to lift the trophy and bring ultimate pride and joy to our homeland!”
— AFC Women’s Football (@TheAWCL) May 16, 2026
🇰🇵 Yu Jong-hyang looks ahead to the Final as DPR Korea stands on the brink of back-to-back glory!#U17WAC | #PRKvJPN pic.twitter.com/Y53ddSI0Wv
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