AFC Nations League
| Organiser(s) | AFC |
|---|---|
| Founded | 21 December 2025 |
| Region | Asia and Australia |
| Teams | 47 |
| Related competitions | AFC Asian Cup |
The AFC Nations League is a planned international football competition organised by the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) for senior men's national teams in Asia.[1][2] The competition was announced in December 2025 and is intended to enhance development opportunities for AFC Member Associations by providing a more structured and competitive international match framework.[3][4]
History
[edit]On 21 December 2025, the Asian Football Confederation announced plans to introduce the AFC Nations League as part of its broader strategic efforts to strengthen national team football across the continent.[5] The decision was made following internal consultations, and forms part of the AFC's long-term vision to improve competitive balance and increase international fixtures for its member associations.[6] The AFC cited challenges such as limited opponent availability, rising operational costs, and the declining value of international friendly matches as key reasons for introducing a Nations League competition.[3]
Format
[edit]As of its announcement, the AFC has not confirmed the competition format, scheduling, or qualification procedures. Details regarding the structure, timeline, and implementation of the AFC Nations League would be finalised through consultations with stakeholders and relevant AFC committees at a later date.[4]
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ↑ "Asian Football Confederation to launch Nations League competition". Dubai Eye 103.8. Retrieved 2026-03-15.
- ↑ Zamin.uz (2025-12-26). "AFC Nations League: A new era of competition in Asian football - Zamin.uz, 26.12.2025". Uzbekistan and world news, latest news. Retrieved 2026-03-15.
- 1 2 "AFC to introduce Nations League to enhance development opportunities". the-AFC. Retrieved 2025-12-21.
- 1 2 "Asian Football Confederation to launch Nations League competition". The Straits Times. 21 December 2025. Retrieved 22 December 2025.
- ↑ "AFC to introduce Nations League for national teams". kathmandupost.com. Retrieved 2026-03-16.
- ↑ "Báo VietnamNet". VietNamNet News. Retrieved 2026-03-16.
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