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CLAIM NOWPhilippines vs South Korea, AFC Women's Asian Cup, Today Match Prediction
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Philippines Target Upset Against Former Semifinal Foes
- South Korea won their last five head to head matches against Philippines.
- Over 2.5 goals have been scored in four of the last five h2h matches between South Korea and Philippines.
- South Korea scored the first goal on four occasions in the recent meetings against Philippines.
South Korea to win (3-0)
Tournament: AFC Women's Asian Cup | Venue: Cbus Super Stadium
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Philippines vs South Korea Match Prediction & Analysis
After a spirited showing in their opener, the Philippines now brace for a far tougher test as they take on South Korea on Thursday at 8:30 AM IST. One of the highest-ranked sides in the tournament, the Koreans arrive brimming with confidence after a commanding performance in the opening day and will be expected to assert their authority once again.
Current Standings: South Korea top Group A with three points, while the Philippines are third despite having zero points, thanks to a better goal difference.
Head-to-head Record: South Korea has won all three of their previous AFC Asian Cup meetings against the Philippines.
TEAMS PREVIEW
Philippines Preview
History may not favor the Philippines, but their display against Australia certainly does. Written off before kickoff, the Filipinas conceded early yet held firm, restricting a powerful Aussie side to just a 1-0 win despite facing 15 shots and six on target.
The defensive resolve was impressive but with 0 shots and just 15% possession, they’ll know adding attacking intent is the next step if they’re to trouble South Korea.
Much of the Filipinas’ resistance stemmed from goalkeeper Olivia McDaniel. The 28-year-old produced five vital saves to keep the scoreline respectable and frustrate Australia for long spells. Against South Korea, an even bigger performance between the sticks could be decisive once again.
Philippines Probable Starting Lineup - Olivia McDaniel (GK) ; Sofia Wunsch, Hali Long, Jessika Cowart, Angela Beard, Jaclyn Sawicki, Sara Eggesvik, Katrina Guillou, Charleigh Frilles, Chandler McDaniel, Alexa Pino.
South Korea Preview
South Korea arrived into the competition determined to go one better than their 2022 runner-up finish. And their opener made that ambition clear. The Taegeuk Ladies dismantled an undercooked Iran 3-0, with Kim Hye-ri, Ko Yoo-jin and Choe Yu-ri leading the charge in a ruthless display.
They fired 33 shots, 11 on target, and conceded just two efforts on goal — total control from start to finish. Another win on Thursday would all but seal their place in the next round. If there’s any room for criticism, it’s that their dominance didn’t translate into an even bigger scoreline. Meanwhile, another win on Thursday would all but seal their place in the next round.
Kim Hye-ri didn’t just find the net, but she also set up the third goal, capping a complete display from full-back. With her attacking thrust and ability to provide width, she could be key to stretching a defensively disciplined Philippines side once again.
South Korea Probable Starting Lineup - Kim Min-jung (GK); Kim Hye-ri, Yoo-jin, Noh, Jang Sel-gi , Choe Yu-ri, Jung, Moon, Kang Chae-rim, Ji So-yun, Yoo Jeong Choi.
PHILIPPINES vs SOUTH KOREA
Winning Prediction
For South Korea, this is about sharpening their edge in front of goal, especially against a Philippines side that has already shown stronger defensive resolve than Iran. Even so, history and quality heavily favor the Taegeuk Ladies and they remain clear favorites to take all three points.
South Korea to win (3-0)
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