From Dreams to Goals: What impact will Australia's hosting have on the AFC Women's Asian Cup?

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. This week we explore the impact that Australia's hosting of the AFC Women's Asian Cup can have on the tournament, especially on the back of the successful hosting of the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup. To discuss this we are joined by London-based Australian journalist Jamie Spangher. Follow Jamie Spangher on X: https://x.com/jamiespangher  Follow Jamie Spangher on IG: https://www.instagram.com/jamiespangherjourno/  Follow Gina Bagnulo on X: https://x.com/GinaBagnulo3  Follow Gina Bagnulo on IG: https://www.instagram.com/ginabagnulo  Follow Anirudh Nair on IG: https://www.instagram.com/annie_rude_ Be sure to follow The Asian Game on all our social media channels: X: https://twitter.com/TheAsianGame IG: https://instagram.com/theasiangame Facebook: https://facebook.com/TheAsianGamePodcast