India secure AFC women's Asia Cup qualification with historic win vs Thailand
This will be the first time India has made it to the AFC Asian Cup via the qualifiers, with them making 8 appearances in the continental event. India last participated in 2003 edition when qualifiers were not in place. In 2022. India was the host but had to withdraw from the tournament due to a COVID-19 outbreak in the camp.The Asian Cup next year will serve as a qualifier for the FIFA Women's World Cup Brazil 2027.- Ends
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