Women’s Asian Champions Trophy 2024: Deepika’s late strike secures 3-2 victory for India

In an intense clash at the Women's Asian Champions Trophy 2024, India edged past South Korea with a 3-2 win, thanks to striker Deepika's decisive penalty stroke just three minutes before the final whistle. The match, held in Rajgir, saw India initially dominate with a 2-0 lead in the first half, courtesy of goals by Sangita Kumari in the 3rd minute and Deepika in the 20th minute.

However, the tide turned in the third quarter as South Korea staged a formidable comeback. Yuri Lee reduced the deficit in the 34th minute, followed by an equalizer from their captain, Eunbi Cheon, in the 38th minute. With the game poised for a thrilling conclusion, both teams aggressively sought the winning goal. It was Deepika who emerged as the hero, converting a penalty stroke in the 57th minute to secure India’s second consecutive victory in the tournament.

Earlier, Thailand and Japan played to a 1-1 draw, while China, the reigning Olympic silver medalists, thrashed Malaysia 5-0, marking their second consecutive win. China's dominant performance keeps them at the top of the table, especially after their staggering 15-0 victory against Thailand on Monday.