Football Australia announces new partnership with CommBank

Football Australia, the country’s football-governing body, has announced a new major multi-year partnership with the Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CommBank).

The Australian multinational bank thus becomes a major sponsor and Football Australia’s largest-ever supporter, taking up the role of the Official Naming Rights Partner of Australia’s men’s national team and the Emerging Matildas and Emerging Socceroos Championships.

CommBank will also support grassroots football in the country and provide a platform for upcoming youngsters. Additionally, it will continue its sponsorship of the Australia women’s national football team, as well as the men’s and women’s national football teams for players with cerebral palsy — the Pararoos and the ParaMatildas.

Heather Garriock, Interim CEO, Football Australia, commented:

“We are beyond delighted to take this next step in our relationship with CommBank and continue with our joint purpose of creating a game that is accessible to and loved by all Australians. CommBank have been incredible partners since 2021 – in the four years since, we have together taken the women’s and para games from strength to strength, and we cannot wait to extend this success into other programs. This is so much more than a sponsorship agreement, it is a values-aligned business partnership through which we will innovate and support each other in many ways – with a core aim of improving the lives of Australians through the world game right across the country. We look forward to embarking on this next step in our journey together.“

Matt Comyn, CEO, CommBank, said:

“With the Socceroos facing the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2026™, and the CommBank Matildas preparing for the Australian-hosted AFC Women’s Asia Cup, there has never been a more exciting time to be a fan of football in Australia. When we partnered with Football Australia as naming rights sponsors of the CommBank Matildas, they were about to embark on a history making international campaign, and what an incredible amount they’ve achieved for Australian football and women’s sport since 2021.

“This six-year extension, combined with our previous four years, will result in a 10-year partnership. We hope this long-term commitment will help drive positive and lasting change for the game, players and communities. CommBank is proud to play our part in extending the incredible growth we’ve seen in the female game over the past few years into all facets of the game, including the men’s, para athletes and youth competitions – we are committed to promoting supporting inclusivity, keeping communities connected, and ensuring a brighter future for all.“