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Game Day: Matildas vs China PR In AFC Women’s Asian Cup Semi-Final

A Place In The Final And History On Home Soil Within Reach. Tonight on 10

The CommBank Matildas take to the pitch tonight in Perth to face China PR in a blockbuster AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2026™ semi-final, with a place in the tournament final on the line.

Date Time (AEDT) Round Event Location Watch
Tuesday, March 17, 2026 2000-2330 (2030-2330 PER), kick off 2100 SF1 - AFC Women's Asian Cup China PR vs Matildas Perth Stadium Full Match

With the finish line now within sight, the Tillies step onto Perth Stadium knowing victory tonight would send them into Saturday’s decider - and keep alive their dream of lifting the AFC Women’s Asian Cup trophy on home soil.

China PR present a formidable challenge in what shapes as a compelling contest between two of Asia’s football powerhouses, as both nations battle for the opportunity to book their place in the tournament final.

Backed by a passionate home crowd expected to turn out in force, the Tillies will be looking to rise to the occasion and deliver another statement performance on the tournament stage.

For hometown hero Sam Kerr, the semi-final carries added significance as she leads the Matildas in front of a Perth crowd that has supported her journey from the very beginning, while teammate Alanna Kennedy enters the match in red-hot form, with five goals putting her atop the tournament’s Golden Boot race heading into tonight’s semi-final.

Every match of the AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2026™ streams live and exclusive on Paramount+, while 10 delivers live coverage of every CommBank Matildas match, giving Australians front-row access to the team’s bid for continental success.

Paramount+ and 10 delivers comprehensive coverage with expert hosts Tara Rushton and Kat Haddad, sideline reporting from Nalin Mastou and Tash Rigby, commentary from former Matilda and expert Grace Gill alongside Andy Harper, and analysis from Matildas legends Elise Kellond-Knight, Chloe Logarzo and Ash Sykes.

Tonight, under the lights in Perth, the CommBank Matildas prepare for their biggest moment of the tournament so far.