Naegohyang wins AFC women’s title on South Korean soil

North Korean soccer club Naegohyang Women’s FC captured the AFC Women’s Champions League title on South Korean soil Saturday, defeating Japan’s Tokyo Verdy Beleza 1-0 in the final to become only the second club to win the tournament since its launch in 2024.

The match, held in Suwon, Gyeonggi Province, opened with Tokyo Verdy Beleza pressing high up the pitch, while Naegohyang sat deep and looked to counter with long balls.

Tokyo Verdy Beleza midfielder Yuzuho Shiokoshi threatened in the 16th mi