
CAFA U-17 Women's Championship
Goals from Perizat Zairbekova and Akak Ishembieva secured the victory, with Antonio Mesa’s side finishing the four-team tournament unbeaten on seven points.
Kyrgyz Republic came into the final round having opened their campaign with a 2-1 win over Islamic Republic of Iran before playing out a goalless draw with hosts Uzbekistan.
Zairbekova gave Kyrgyz Republic the lead in the 19th minute, with Ishembieva putting the result beyond doubt in the 74th minute.
Iran finished second on six points after defeating Uzbekistan 2-1 in the day’s other match.
Maryam Khalili Far struck twice in the closing stages before Uzbekistan pulled one back in stoppage time, with the three-time winners finishing third on four points.
Zairbekova capped a memorable campaign after being named Most Valuable Player, while Khalili Far of Islamic Republic of Iran claimed the Top Goalscorer award after scoring five goals.
Photo: Central Asian Football Association