Asian Football Confederation (AFC) partners with Viettel Group

The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has announced a multi-year media rights partnership with Viettel Group.

Viettel has become the Official Media Partner of the Asian football-governing body in Vietnam and will broadcast its key national team and club football competitions via TV360.

The partnership, officially kicking off on January 1, 2026, will cover the following flagship AFC competitions: the 2027 Asian Cup, the 2026 Women’s Asian Cup, and the 2026 and 2028 U23 Asian Cups. Selected key matches from these competitions will be broadcast on a free-to-air basis.

The following AFC women’s football, men’s youth football, and futsal tournaments will also be covered: the final round of the women’s qualifiers for the 2028 LA Olympics, the 2027 U20 Asian Cup, some matches of the U17 Asian Cup from 2026 to 2028, the 2026 and 2028 U20 Women’s Asian Cups, some games of the U17 Women’s Asian Cup from 2026 to 2028, and the 2026 and 2028 Futsal Asian Cups.

Finally, TV360 will also broadcast premier AFC club competitions, including the Champions League Elite, the Champions League Two, and the Women’s Champions League, until the end of their 2028/29 editions.

Datuk Seri Windsor John, AFC General Secretary, said:

“Football in Vietnam has witnessed incredible ascendancy and progress over the years, and we are delighted to confirm this agreement with Viettel Group. We thank them for their confidence in the future of Asian football and we look forward to enhancing the appeal and reach of our world-class competitions amongst our passionate fanbase in Vietnam.”

Nguyen Ha Thanh, Deputy Chief Executive Officer of Viettel Telecom – Viettel Group, commented:

“The partnership with the AFC enables TV360 to become a trusted and long-term official platform for following Asian football in Vietnam. Beyond broadcasting top-tier competitions, TV360 aims to stand alongside Vietnam’s national football teams and fans throughout their journey on the continental stage, helping to connect sports, technology, and community.”

Patrick Murphy, CEO of Asia Football Group, added:

“Viettel’s digital ecosystem makes them an excellent partner for delivering AFC competitions to fans across Vietnam. We’re excited to work together to elevate the fan experience.”