Over the decades, the competition has continually expanded and reinvented itself, from adopting its current identity in 2005 and the introduction of qualifiers for the 2006 edition, to the landmark expansion to 12 teams at India 2022—all of which underscores the AFC’s unwavering commitment to driving progress and raising standards in the women’s game.

As the 21st edition looms on the horizon, Australia promises to deliver the most successful AFC Women’s Asian Cup™ yet as the showpiece returns Down Under for the first time since 2006, when it drew record crowds.

The competition will be staged across three vibrant host cities—Perth, Gold Coast, and Sydney—in spectacular venues, including those that welcomed fans during the FIFA Women’s World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023. The opening match at Perth Stadium will see the home side take on the Philippines in front of an expected capacity crowd of 60,000.

As the excitement builds, fans can now look forward to securing their preferred matches, host cities and venues when single-match tickets go on sale, starting from AUD20 for adults and AUD10 for children, making the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™ more accessible than ever before.

 

AFC General Secretary Datuk Seri Windsor John said: “For five decades, the AFC Women’s Asian Cup™ has been at the heart of our rich legacy, producing generations of role models and unforgettable moments. The competition has also been a launchpad for many of Asia’s most celebrated players, whose influence has reached far beyond the pitch.

 

“Looking ahead, the AFC Women’s Asian Cup™ will continue to evolve, with expanded participation, enhanced competition formats, and the integration of cutting-edge technology to deliver the best possible stage for Asia’s elite talent, ensuring that the next 50 years will be just as transformative and inspiring as the first,” added Datuk Seri Windsor.

 

“And now, as we celebrate the 50th anniversary by announcing the sale of single-match tickets, I look forward to welcoming fans to script the next chapter of the competition together in Australia and witness history in the making.”

 

With history and legacy as its foundation, and innovation and inclusivity driving its future, the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™ stands poised to set new benchmarks for the women’s game and strengthen Asia's position on the world stage.

 

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