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DPR Korea will be determined to be title contenders at the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™. Making a return to the continental showpiece for the first time since finishing runners-up in 2010, Ri Song Ho’s squad will be armed with pedigree, tactical discipline and an exciting new generation of talent.

Chinese Taipei will aim to maximise their chance to recapture past glories as they look forward to the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™. Chinese Taipei were in a class of their own between 1977 and 1981 - which yielded three consecutive titles - but have gone through a leaner period since.

India will spare no effort in their buildup to the AFC Women's Asian Cup Australia 2026™ with a meticulous training programme planned.

China PR will head into the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™ knowing they will have to overcome a tough challenge if they are to retain the title.

While Bangladesh are gearing up for their first ever appearance at the AFC Women’s Asian Cup™, the South Asian side will not be at Australia 2026 just to make up the numbers.

Champions in 2010, Australia have a long storied history with the competition - starting with their participation as guests in the inaugural edition played in Hong Kong, China in 1975. The Matildas - who reached the semi-finals of the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 which Australia co-hosted with New Zealand - will be among the favourites, especially with the backing of their passionate fans.

With the draw for the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™ just two weeks away, the-AFC.com retraces the history of the continent's premier women's football tournament.

Australia defeated Panama 3-2 in a highly entertaining contest to finish the four-game international window on a high.

With six exciting Multi-Match Packs to choose from, and matches hosted across three vibrant Australian cities—Perth, Gold Coast, and Sydney—at five world-class stadiums, there are countless ways to be part of the action.