In an emphatic opening performance at the MP Selayang Stadium in Malaysia, the India U-17 women's national football team launched their AFC U-17 Women's Asian Cup Qualifiers campaign with a record-shattering 14-0 victory over Iraq. Demonstrating clinical tactical discipline and relentless attacking pressure from the opening whistle, the young Indian side completely dominated possession and created scoring opportunities at will throughout the ninety minutes. The forward line mounted continuous goal-scoring drives, converting set-pieces and field passes with exceptional precision to establish an early commanding lead that left the Iraqi defensive line struggling to regroup. Head coach and technical staff praised the squad's offensive sharpness, noting that maintaining high physical intensity and technical composure across all positional units reflects the ongoing structural improvements within national youth development pathways. Football analysts and sports commentators highlighted that securing a dominant, goal-heavy victory in the tournament opener provides crucial momentum and goal-difference advantages as India navigates a competitive qualification group aiming for a spot in the finals. The resounding result signals strong promise for Indian women's football on the continental stage, drawing widespread acclaim from domestic sporting bodies and fans nationwide.

Young Tigresses Script History with Biggest-Ever Win

The India U-17 Women’s National Team launched their AFC U-17 Women’s Asian Cup China 2027 qualification campaign in dominant fashion, dismantling Iraq 14-0 in Selayang, Malaysia. The scoreline surpassed India’s previous program-record 12-0 victories against the UAE in 2014 and Sri Lanka in 2018, establishing a new national record for the biggest margin of victory in international competition.

Star forward Anushka Kumari delivered a standout performance, netting five goals (9', 12', 39', 47', 71') to anchor India’s relentless frontline.

Overview: Match Scorecard & Performance Metrics

Match DimensionOfficial Details & Statistics
Tournament & StageAFC U-17 Women's Asian Cup 2027 Qualifiers (Group E)
Final ScoreIndia U-17 W 14 – 0 Iraq U-17 W (Halftime: 7-0)
Top ScorerAnushka Kumari (5 Goals)
Other Goal ScorersAbhista Basnett (2), Silky Devi (2), Thandamoni, Nira Chanu, Pritika, Joya, Alva Devi
VenueMP Selayang Stadium, Selayang, Malaysia

Relentless Attacking Display Across Both Halves

India dictated the tempo from the opening whistle, taking a 2-0 lead within 12 minutes through back-to-back strikes by Anushka. Further goals from Thandamoni Baskey, Silky Devi Sorokhaibam, and Nira Chanu Longjam sent India into halftime with a commanding 7-0 lead.

India U-17 Match Progression: ----------------------------- First Half (7 Goals) ──> 30-Min Weather Stoppage (64') ──> Second Half Surge (7 Goals) ──> Record 14-0 Win

Despite a 30-minute stoppage midway through the second half due to inclement weather and lightning, India maintained their intensity upon restarting. Team captain Abhista Basnett scored twice off header routines, while substitute Alva Devi Senjam sealed the 14-0 result in stoppage time.