Summary
North Korea's women's soccer team has promised not to protest during their upcoming match against Australia in the Women’s Asian Cup. In a previous game against China, the team paused play due to a referee decision. The match is important for not just advancing in the tournament but also for qualifying for the 2027 World Cup.
Key Facts
- North Korea will not protest in their next game against Australia.
- The protests occurred in a game where North Korea lost 2-1 to China.
- The team's coach, Ri Song Ho, received a yellow card due to the incident.
- North Korea's game against Australia is a quarterfinal in the 2026 Women’s Asian Cup.
- The match holds significance for potential qualification to the 2027 World Cup in Brazil.
- North Korea has young players, with some having success in junior World Cup events.
- Australian player Sam Kerr is the only remaining participant from the 2010 final where Australia faced North Korea.
