The AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™ has hit a major milestone, surpassing 250,000 tickets sold across the tournament.
The milestone follows the tournament already shattering the all-time total attendance record, with 92,795 fans attending the first 10 matches. This surpasses the previous record of 59,910 set across the entire 2010 edition in China.
The strong ticket sales reflect the extraordinary growth of women’s football in Australia and throughout Asia, with fans creating a vibrant tournament atmosphere across Perth, Gold Coast and Sydney. The momentum has also been reflected in impressive television audiences, with Australia’s opening two matches attracting 2.68 million viewers across Network 10 and Paramount+ and with the knockout stages approaching, viewership is expected to remain strong.
Momentum is set to rise again on Sunday night, when Australia faces Korea Republic at Stadium Australia in a blockbuster International Women’s Day clash that is on track to deliver the biggest attendance of the tournament so far.
Tickets remain available for the highly anticipated showdown, and fans are encouraged to secure their seats now to be part of what promises to be one of the defining nights of the competition.
With momentum continuing to build across the group stage and into the knockout rounds, the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™ is firmly positioning itself as the most highly attended and celebrated edition in the tournament’s history.
Quote attributable to Sarah Walsh, Chief Operating Officer, AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™:
“With over a quarter of a million tickets sold, fans are showing incredible support for the Women’s Asian Cup. We have already surpassed the previous total attendance record, and the tournament is only just the beginning. Attendance for the tournament continues to be strong and above expectations for a confederation tournament.”
Quote attributable to Western Australia Minister for Tourism, the Hon. Reece Whitby MLA:
“It’s an honour that Western Australia has played such a significant role in reaching this major milestone for the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026. From breaking attendance records at the opening match – with more than 44,000 people filling Perth Stadium – the WA Government is proud to support major events like this. They are a vital part of our economic diversification agenda, drawing international attention to our fantastic State and supporting the tourism sector, local jobs and local businesses.”
Quote attributable to Queensland Minister for the Environment and Tourism Andrew Powell:
“Surpassing 250,000 tickets sold for the tournament highlights Queensland is a powerhouse for major sporting events in Australia.
“We’re excited to continue kicking goals for the AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2026, with more games to come for Queensland, and we’ll continue scoring more events like this with Destination 2045 guiding our way forward.”
Quote attributable to NSW Premier Chris Minns:
“It’s fantastic to see the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026 surpass 250,000 tickets sold, with fans turning out in huge numbers across the tournament.
“This Sunday’s International Women’s Day clash between the Matildas and Korea Republic at Stadium Australia is shaping as one of the standout moments of the competition so far.
“NSW is proud to host matches in Sydney as part of this record-breaking tournament, and I encourage fans to come along, support the Matildas and be part of the atmosphere on what promises to be a huge night.”
Quote attributable to NSW Minister for Sport and Tourism Steve Kamper:
“The AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026 continues to capture the imagination of fans, with more than 250,000 tickets already sold and record crowds attending matches across the tournament.
“Tomorrow night’s clash between the Matildas and Korea Republic is shaping up as the biggest match of the competition so far, with both teams fighting to top Group A and a huge crowd expected at Stadium Australia.
“The tournament has already broken the all-time attendance record for a Women’s Asian Cup, and Sydney now has the chance to set another milestone with what could become the biggest crowd in the tournament’s history.”
