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8 March 2026

Records shattered again as Matildas and Korea Republic make history on International Women’s Day

Matildas and Korea Republic make history on International Women’s Day

7 March 2026

250,000 tickets sold

The AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™ has hit a major milestone, surpassing 250,000 tickets sold across the tournament.

6 March 2026

Dami Im to perform both national anthems at Australia vs Korea Republic International Women’s Day clash

Australian-Korean star Dami Im will deliver both national anthems in a powerful a cappella performance ahead of Sunday night’s blockbuster AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™ International Women’s Day clash between Australia and Korea Republic.

5 March 2026

#WAC2026 breaks all-time attendance record

The AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™ cemented its place in history by setting a new total attendance record.

5 March 2026

Records continue to tumble at AFC Women’s Asian Cup

Tonight’s blockbuster between the Matildas and IR Iran at Gold Coast Stadium on track to be a sellout.

1 March 2026

AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™ opens with record-breaking night in Perth

History was made in Perth tonight as the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™ opened with a spectacular and record-breaking Opening Ceremony at Perth Stadium, launching the biggest and most high-profile edition in the tournament’s history.

DO YOU WANT TO BE IN THE OPENING CEREMONY?

We are looking for enthusiastic volunteers to bring their energy to the Opening Ceremony on 1 March 2026 in Perth.

AFC welcomes McDonald’s as Official Regional Partner

McDonald’s Australia joins the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™ as an Official Regional Partner, supporting women’s football across Australia and creating unforgettable fan experiences.

KPop Demon Hunters star Audrey Nuna to perform at AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2026™ Opening Ceremony

The AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™ has landed a major global music coup, with Audrey Nuna - KPop Demon Hunters star - confirmed to perform live at the tournament’s Opening Ceremony at Perth Stadium on 1 March, ahead of the blockbuster opening match between the Matildas and the Philippines.

1 Month to Go + Launch of Trophy Road Trip

With one month to go until the tournament kicks off, join us at Scarborough Beach for the launch of the Trophy Road Trip. Enjoy football activities, live entertainment and a rare chance to see the trophy up close.

5 qualified teams moved up the ranks, with Uzbekistan being the largest in leaps.

AFC rankings revealed ahead of the AFC Women's Asian Cup Australia 2026

Find out where your nation sits after the most recent FIFA world rankings were revealed.

Naara ignites the AFC Women’s Asian Cup as first-ever tournament mascot

Today Naara was unveiled in a vibrant celebration held on International Volunteers Day.

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CommBank announced as Official Regional Partner of AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™

CommBank joins as Official Regional Partner supporting women’s football and community connection.

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