THe Teams

The qualifying teams

Twelve teams have qualified for the AFC Women’s Asian Cup™ 2026; hosts Australia, previous champions China PR, Korea Republic, Japan, Bangladesh, Philippines, Vietnam, India, Chinese Taipei, DPR Korea, IR Iran and Uzbekistan.

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The Teams

Australia

Australia have won a spot in the first four to qualify.

Japan

Japan have won a spot in the first four to qualify.

China PR

China PR have won a spot in the first four to qualify.

Korea Republic

Korea Republic have won a spot in the first four to qualify.

IR IRAN

Having secured the final qualifying spot in the AFC Women's Asian Cup™ Qualifiers, IR Iran enters the tournament for only the second time in its history.

India

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

Bangladesh

Bangladesh have qualified for their first AFC Women’s Asian Cup™ in their history.

Vietnam

Vietnam have booked a 10th successive appearance at the AFC Women’s Asian Cup™, with Vietnam topping Group E of the Qualifiers with a perfect nine points.

Chinese Taipei

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™.

Uzbekistan

Uzbekistan return to the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Finals for the first time since 2003.

Philippines

Philippines are a fierce contender in the upcoming AFC Women's Asian Cup Australia 2026™!

DPR Korea

DPR Korea will be determined to be title contenders at the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™.