Women’s Asian Cup 2026: Your Essential Guide to Australia’s Hosting Bid and Matildas’ Quest for Glory
Australia is set to host the 2026 Women’s Asian Cup, a significant continental football tournament kicking off on Sunday across Perth, Sydney, and the Gold Coast. This comprehensive guide covers everything from how to watch and the participating teams, to the Matildas’ squad, Sam Kerr’s much-anticipated return from injury, and the team’s prospects for claiming victory on home soil.
The tournament features 12 nations, with Australia, Korea, Iran, and the Philippines in Group A. The Matildas, coached by Joe Montemurro, are looking to bounce back from a disappointing 2022 campaign and leverage home advantage, despite facing strong regional rivals and recent challenges in form against top teams.