Key discussions focused on defining the competition framework, proposed match dates, and establishing a roadmap of milestones and deliverables leading up to the 2029 Finals, while also outlining the organisational structure of the competition across the core functional areas among the AFC, the UFA, and the Local Organising Committee (LOC).

 

The AFC delegation was also presented with details on the recently introduced Uzbekistan Women’s Football Strategy 2025-2029, which outlined the UFA’s ambitions of doubling the women’s football workforce and player base by 2028, strengthening leadership pathways and exploring ways to expand the visibility of the women’s game across the country.

 

Additionally, the AFC delegation visited several newly launched facilities in Tashkent, including the Uzbekistan National Football Training Center, the Olympic City Stadium, showcasing the latest infrastructure development of the country as part of the preliminary assessments for the tournament.

Emphasising the Confederation’s confidence in the capabilities of the UFA, the AFC Deputy General Secretary said: “Over the years, the UFA has proven itself to be more than capable of hosting competitions at the highest level, including several AFC competitions and also the FIFA Futsal World Cup last year, and we look forward to working closely with the FA and the LOC to deliver a historic AFC Women’s Asian Cup™ in 2029.

 

“Additionally, the UFA’s resolve to strive for consistent progress has been one of the highlights of Asian football in recent times, with not just the historic debut of the men’s national team to the FIFA World Cup next year but also the women’s teams reaching the Finals of the senior and U20 AFC Women’s Asian Cups.”

 

UFA Senior Vice President Ravshan Irmatov said: “We are deeply grateful to the AFC for this opportunity and for their continued trust in the UFA. We are committed to expanding the reach of the game to more and more girls and, in turn, create a strong ecosystem for long-term development, not just for players but also coaches, referees and administrators.

 

“I am confident that the AFC Women’s Asian Cup™ 2029 will be a turning point for the women’s game, not only in our country but Asia, and leave a lasting legacy for future generations.”