Australia to Host AFC Women's Asian Cup 2026, Uzbekistan to Debut in 2029
| Event | Details |
|---|---|
| Year | 2026 |
| Host Country | Australia |
| Host Cities/States | New South Wales, Queensland, Western Australia |
| Number of Teams | 12 |
| Tournament Format | Three groups of four teams each |
| Previous Hosts (2026) | Australia (previously hosted in 2006) |
| Bidders for 2026 | Jordan, Saudi Arabia, Uzbekistan |
| Year | 2029 |
| Host Country | Uzbekistan |
| Significance | First time a Central Asian nation hosts the tournament |
| AFC President Statement | Expects vibrant and competitive editions in 2026 and 2029 |
| Last Edition (2022) | Host: India; Winner: People's Republic of China |
| Australia's Achievements | Winners in 2010; Runners-up in 2006, 2014, 2018 |
| Australia's Recent Record | Co-hosted FIFA Women's World Cup 2023 |