New Delhi, July 7(HS): The All India Football Federation (AIFF) announced on Sunday,a $50,000 reward for the Indian women’s football team after their qualification for the AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2026. The team secured their place by defeating Thailand 2-1 in the group stage. They also achieved significant wins against Mongolia (13-0), Timor-Leste (4-0), and Iraq (5-0).

“While the results may have appeared seamless on the pitch, they were the culmination of sustained planning and developmental efforts over the past few years. There were no shortcuts to success—this achievement was the result of a long-term vision and structured preparation,” AIFF said in a statement.

The AIFF emphasized that these results stem from consistent planning and long-term preparation. Forward Pyari Xaxa emerged as the top scorer with five goals against Mongolia. The Asian Cup will be a qualifier for the 2027 Women’s World Cup and the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.

Hindusthan Samachar / Jun Sarkar