India's creditable run in the AFC Women's U17 Asian Cup came to an end after a 0-3 defeat against hosts China in the quarter-finals.
The defeat dashed the Young Tigresses' hopes of securing a historic qualification for the 2026 FIFA U17 Women's World Cup.
Head coach Pamela Conti made one change from the side that defeated Lebanon in the final group-stage match, with Joya replacing Anushka Kumari in the starting lineup.
China dominated possession and nearly found the breakthrough in the 15th minute, but India remained disciplined and defended resolutely.
China's pressure eventually paid off in the 38th minute with a well-worked team move, and they struck again in the stoppage time.
Trailing by two goals, India attempted to play with greater urgency after the restart, but China's compact defensive structure denied them clear openings.
The Young Tigresses struggled to stretch the opposition and lacked the pace required to unsettle the Chinese backline consistently.
