The global partnership reinforces the AFC’s commitment to advancing the women’s game and engaging with fans ahead of the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™, with Visa’s seamless and secure technology empowering spectators to be the fans that they want to be. Additionally, pre-sale ticket windows will be available exclusively to Visa cardholders from Friday, July 18th - 10AM AEST/8AM WST with general public sales to follow on Friday, July 25th 10AM AEST/ 8AM WST. Fans are encouraged to register here for priority ticket access.

 

AFC General Secretary Datuk Seri Windsor John said: “We are delighted to announce the expansion of our partnership with Visa, who we now welcome as an Official Global Supporter of the Continent’s premier women’s national team competition.

 

“The AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™ aims to be the greatest ever edition in the tournament’s history, and we look forward to working in close collaboration with Visa to realise our shared ambitions for the growth and empowerment of the women’s game across Asia.”

 

Alan Machet, Group Country Manager for Visa Australia, New Zealand and South Pacific, said: “Over 11 million Australians tuned in to watch the Matildas face England in 2023, making it the most-watched TV program in over 20 years and we are confident that this passion will continue as we expand our commitment as the Official Global Supporter for the AFC Women’s Asian Cup™.”

 

Patrick Murphy, CEO of AFG, said: “Visa have been an exceptional partner, and with this new deal for the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™, we’re taking our collaboration to the next level, and can’t wait to see this new venture unfold.”