#WAC2026 breaks attendance record in dazzling opening ceremony

Sun, 01 Mar, 2026

#WAC2026 breaks attendance record in dazzling opening ceremony

Perth: The AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™ kicked off on Sunday with an unforgettable Opening Ceremony at the stunning Perth Stadium, where a staggering 44,379-strong crowd, the highest ever attendance in the competition’s history, gathered to witness the start of the Continent’s premier women’s national team competition.

The attendance at Perth Stadium tonight spectacularly eclipsed the previous record of 18,000, which was recorded at the 2014 edition of the competition in Vietnam, underscoring the palpable excitement and anticipation surrounding the latest iteration of Asia’s flagship women’s competition.

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Group A: Australia 1-0 Philippines

Sun, 01 Mar, 2026

Group A: Australia 1-0 Philippines

Perth: Sam Kerr marked her return with the decisive goal as Australia defeated the Philippines 1-0 in their AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™ Group A opener at the Perth Stadium on Sunday.

While Australia will be happy to have kicked off their bid for a second title with a win, the margin of victory could have been greater as they totally dominated the tie but could only breach the stout Philippines defence once. 

McDaniel vows to stand tall for the Philippines

Fri, 27 Feb, 2026

McDaniel vows to stand tall for the Philippines

Sydney: When the Philippines step out to open their AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™ Group A campaign against the hosts on Sunday, Olivia McDaniel knows what it will feel like.

McDaniel is prepared for the Matildas’ fans in the Perth Stadium to be at their loudest, with the custodian relishing the opportunity to once again perform on a big occasion. 

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.

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