CommBank has confirmed it will be the Official Regional Partner of the AFC Women’s Asian Cup™ in 2026. The partnership will provide invaluable support for the 21st edition of the tournament, due to be held in Australia for the first time in twenty years.
Excitement Builds
As the CommBank Matildas look to seize victory in the competition for the first time since 2010, there is growing anticipation both on and off the pitch. With 12 national teams representing nations across Asia, the tournament promises to be a celebration of diversity and opportunity for all.
CommBank Group Executive Marketing and Corporate Affairs, Monique Macleod, has reflected on the excitement and importance of the competition.
“It’s a celebration of the world’s game and a reflection of our nation’s diversity and spirit. Football is a unifying force and a game for all that brings people together and inspires belief,” she said via press release.
CommBank’s Long-standing Support
The newly announced partnership isn’t the first time CommBank have displayed their ambition to back football in Australia. In June, the group became the largest supporter of football in Australia’s history in a collaboration with Football Australia to last the next six years. CommBank is not only committed to promoting both the men’s and women’s professional game, but also to providing opportunities for all young people across the nation.
Heading into the AFC Women’s Asian Cup preparations, CommBank is looking to continue youth and fan engagement through initiatives like the ‘Doubt Never Did Ball’. Passed throughout Australia, the ball will carry messages of hope and encouragement from fans hoping to inspire the CommBank Matildas to victory.
Inspiring a Team and Nation
National team captain and Chelsea star, Sam Kerr, has expressed how valuable domestic support will be going into 2026.
“We feel the belief of Australians everywhere we go, but there’s nothing like having it in the stands with you. It’s great to have CommBank alongside us again as we bring another major tournament to Australia and keep inspiring the next generation of players,” she said via press release.
Hosting a tournament on home soil is always an exciting prospect, and the top-to-bottom support provided by CommBank only amplifies this. By encouraging all communities to get behind the team, the group has solidified their role as more than just a corporate sponsor, but as the leading force in Australia’s most-played team sport.
