Dong Fangyu to officiate #WAC2026 opening match

Fri, 27 Feb, 2026

Dong Fangyu to officiate #WAC2026 opening match

Perth: As the Continent gears up for the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™, the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has confirmed the cast of match officials who will oversee the opening match of Asia’s premier women’s national team competition at the stunning Perth Stadium on Sunday.

Among Asia’s most accomplished referees, China PR’s Dong Fangyu has been appointed to take charge of the curtain raiser between hosts Australia and the Philippines, which kicks off at 5pm at the 60,000-capacity venue.

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Technological innovations take centre stage at #WAC2026

Fri, 27 Feb, 2026

Technological innovations take centre stage at #WAC2026

Sydney: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC)’s unwavering commitment to advancing women’s football will once again be on full display when the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™ kicks off on Sunday.

With 12 of Asia’s finest women’s national teams vying for the coveted title — as well as qualification to the FIFA Women’s World Cup Brazil 2027™ — the 21st edition of the Continental showpiece will also showcase a comprehensive suite of technological innovations aimed at upholding the highest competition standards and ensuring the seamless delivery of match operations.

#WAC2026 - Squads revealed

Fri, 27 Feb, 2026

#WAC2026 - Squads revealed

Sydney: The continent’s finest have converged for the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™ with established stars and emerging talents set to light up the tournament.

The 12 sides hoping to achieve continental glory have announced their squads - with proven winners to debutants set to power their dreams and from the talented pool, the-AFC.com highlights one player per team to keep an eye on.

Fast-Breaking protocol to be introduced at #WAC2026

Thu, 26 Feb, 2026

Fast-Breaking protocol to be introduced at #WAC2026

Kuala Lumpur: The Asian Football Confederation reaffirmed its commitment to player welfare and inclusivity with the implementation of a match protocol to facilitate the breaking of fast during Ramadan, which will be introduced at the AFC Women's Asian Cup Australia 2026™ for the first time.

This initiative will provide for short pauses in designated fixtures that coincide with the time of breaking the fast (i.e. Sunset time), allowing fasting players and officials to break their fast safely, while continuing to safeguard the integrity of the competition and ensure full compliance with the Laws of the Game.

Know your team: Chinese Taipei

Wed, 25 Feb, 2026

Know your team: Chinese Taipei

Kuala Lumpur: Chinese Taipei will be on a mission to regain past glories at 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.

Reaching successive Finals for the first time since 2008, Chinese Taipei will be out to reclaim their place at the summit of women’s football in Asia.

#WAC2026: Meet the Technical Observers’ Team

Wed, 25 Feb, 2026

#WAC2026: Meet the Technical Observers’ Team

Sydney: As the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™ gears up to showcase the finest female football talent on the continent, the Asian Football Confederation (AFC)’s Technical Observers Team (TOT) will be meticulously analysing every match of the 12 participating teams.

Comprising a hand-picked group of experienced coaches, educators and analysts, the team will play a key role in identifying emerging technical and tactical trends, spotlighting rising talent and producing insights that will form the basis of the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™ Technical Report.

Know your team: India

Wed, 25 Feb, 2026

Know your team: India

Kuala Lumpur: India will spare no effort to ensure that their appearance at the AFC Women's Asian Cup Australia 2026™ will be a memorable one.

The South Asian side sealed automatic qualification to the continental showpiece for the first time and will be determined to stamp their mark against Asia's best.