The Matildas have booked their place in the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™ tournament decider and ARIA Award-winning artist G Flip will headline the Closing Ceremony, setting the stage for a blockbuster Final at Stadium Australia on 21 March.
The Matildas will play Japan in the Final, while G Flip's performance will provide a fitting finale to what has already become a historic and record-breaking edition of the AFC Women’s Asian Cup, celebrating the players, fans and communities who have helped make the tournament a landmark moment for women’s football across Asia.
G Flip, who in partnership with Paramount+, reimagined iconic rock anthem All Fired Up for the promotion of the tournament, will perform this at the Final.
G Flip joins a standout line-up of artists who have helped elevate the tournament’s major moments. Global star Audrey Nuna, the singing voice of Mira from KPop Demon Hunters, headlined the spectacular Opening Ceremony in Perth, while Australian powerhouse ZIPPORAH debuted the Official Tournament Anthem That’s How We Win.
Fans were also treated to a special International Women’s Day performance from chart-topping singer Dami Im during the Matildas’ clash with Korea Republic at Stadium Australia.
Together, these performances reflect the scale and ambition of the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™, which has delivered a tournament of firsts and record-breaking milestones both on and off the pitch.
The Final at Stadium Australia will see the crowning of the continental champion, bringing together thousands of fans for a spectacular conclusion to what is the most successful edition of the AFC Women’s Asian Cup™ ever staged.
AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™ Chief Operating Officer Sarah Walsh said: “This tournament has been full of incredible moments, from record-breaking crowds to unforgettable performances on and off the pitch.
"Having G Flip headline the Closing Ceremony is the perfect way to close out a truly special edition of the AFC Women’s Asian Cup and to celebrate the incredible atmosphere fans and players have created throughout this tournament.”
G Flip said: “I’m excited to have the opportunity to perform at the Closing Ceremony and to help celebrate such an incredible moment for women’s football. I’m such a big fan of women’s sports and can’t wait to watch the final match!”
Minister for Jobs and Tourism Steve Kamper said: “The AFC Women’s Asian Cup has captured the imagination of fans across the country and delivered a fantastic celebration of women’s football on the global stage.
“Having G Flip headline the Closing Ceremony at Stadium Australia is a brilliant way to build the atmosphere ahead of the Final and showcase Australian music talent as part of this historic tournament.
“Major events like this bring incredible energy to Sydney and NSW, drawing fans together to celebrate world-class sport and entertainment while highlighting our state as a leading destination for major international events.”
The AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™ is proudly supported by Destination NSW.