Asian Football Confederation (AFC) announces multi-year partnership with ASPETAR

The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has announced a multi-year partnership with ASPETAR, an orthopaedic and sports medicine hospital.

ASPETAR is teaming up with the Asian football–governing body as its Official Medical Partner for all major AFC club tournaments as well as select national team tournaments until the end of June 2029.

ASPETAR will work with the AFC to support the growth of the game across Asia, while also providing its expert athlete care at the aforementioned events. 

On the partnership, AFC General Secretary Datuk Seri Windsor John commented:

“The AFC’s partnership with ASPETAR is more than a collaboration; it is a foundational pillar for the health and wellbeing of our athletes across the Continent. ASPETAR has demonstrated an unwavering loyalty to Asian football, consistently standing by the AFC through every milestone and their journey with us—from becoming an accredited AFC Medical Centre of Excellence to their pivotal role in the success of the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023—is a testament to their deep-rooted commitment to our Vision and Mission. By renewing and expanding our relationship, we are establishing the highest global standards for medical care right here in Asia and we are delighted to formally welcome such a trusted and steadfast partner into our global family of supporters.”

Patrick Murphy, Chief Executive Officer of Asia Football Group, added:

“We are proud to welcome ASPETAR as an Official Medical Partner of the AFC. Bringing together world-class sports medicine and the very best of Asian football, this partnership reflects our commitment to the health and wellbeing of athletes across our competitions, and we look forward to the positive impact it will have on the growth of the game across the Continent.”

Khalid Ali Al Mawlawi, Acting Director General, ASPETAR, said:

“ASPETAR’s partnership with the AFC is founded on a long-standing and valued relationship built on mutual trust and shared goals. It reflects our joint commitment to advancing athlete health, promoting medical education, and strengthening research in football medicine. As an AFC Medical Centre of Excellence and a globally recognised leader in sports medicine, ASPETAR is proud to continue working alongside the AFC to support the development of football medicine across Asia and beyond.”