Wuhan Jiangda carved its name into the history books on Saturday by capturing the first-ever AFC Women’s Champions League title, edging out Australia’s Melbourne City in a nail-biting 5-4 penalty shootout following a 1-1 draw in regulation time.
The landmark victory not only gave China a continental crown but also underscored the rising competitiveness and growing appeal of women’s football in Asia.
Speaking in an exclusive interview with Xinhua News Agency, AFC General Secretary Datuk Seri Windsor John praised the final as a watershed moment for the sport.
“This final represents a major step forward in Asia’s footballing journey,” John said. “It reflects the Asian Football Confederation’s deepening commitment to the development and promotion of the women’s game across the continent.”
The final showcased skill, resilience, and drama befitting the competition’s debut on the Asian stage. Wuhan Jiangda’s win highlighted the depth of talent emerging across the region, offering a glimpse of a promising future for women’s football in Asia.
With this historic result, the AFC Women’s Champions League has laid a strong foundation for what is expected to become a cornerstone of women’s football development in the years to come.
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