The AFC Women’s Asian Cup qualifiers have wrapped up in Tashkent, and history has been made — Uzbekistan’s women’s national team has secured a spot in the final stage of the tournament for the first time in 23 years.

In a thrilling and decisive clash against Nepal, the match ended 3-3 in regular time, pushing the drama into a penalty shootout. Uzbekistan held their nerve in the high-pressure moment, triumphing 4-2 in the shootout to book their ticket to the AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2026 in Australia.

This long-awaited achievement marks a significant milestone for women's football in Uzbekistan, reigniting hope and pride among fans across the nation.