North Korea's powerhouse women footballers are in Seoul to fight for title
North Korea's women's football team, Naegohyang, is competing in Seoul for the Asian Women's Champions League title. They recently defeated South Korea's Suwon FC Women to reach the final, showcasing their strong football reputation. The match drew significant attention despite the tense political climate between the two Koreas.
- ▪Naegohyang Women's Football Club won their semi-final match against Suwon FC Women with a score of 2-1.
- ▪This is the first time athletes from North Korea have traveled to South Korea since 2018.
- ▪North Korea is currently ranked 11th in FIFA women's football rankings, making it the second-highest ranked Asian team.
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