Following the journey of the AFC Women's Asian Cup Qualifiers, From Dreams to Goals takes you deep behind the headlines to explore the stories from nations aspiring to qualify for the tournament in Australia next year.

Each week From Dreams to Goals will focus on delving deep and telling the story of women's football in countries from Saudi Arabia to India, from Indonesia to Nepal and everywhere in between, talking to players, coaches and journalists to explore the unique story of each country as they drive forward on the road to the AFC Women's Asian Cup Australia 2026.

In the first of our country profiles, we are joined by former Straits Times reporter Ervin Ang to run the rule over their chances in the AFC Women's Asian Cup Qualifiers.

We discuss the development of women's football in the country, the struggles, the stars and the way forward as they get set to compete in Group A alongside Iran, Jordan, Lebanon and Bhutan.

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