Own the Matchday: New AFC Club Competition Matchday Fantasy and Predictor Games Launched for 2026/27 Season
AFC launched Matchday Fantasy and Predictor games for the 2026/27 season, enhancing fan engagement with interactive matchday experiences.
The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has introduced Matchday Fantasy and Predictor games for the 2026/27 season, offering fans interactive ways to engage with club competitions. These games allow users to create fantasy teams and predict match outcomes, adding a new layer of participation beyond traditional viewing. The initiative aims to deepen fan involvement during matchdays across AFC’s club tournaments. The games are accessible through official AFC digital platforms, ensuring broad availability for supporters globally.
The AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ and AFC U23 Asian Cup 2028™ will feature live streaming on Paramount+ in select markets, expanding access to key competitions. This partnership with Paramount+ ensures fans can watch matches in real time, complementing the new interactive games. The collaboration reflects AFC’s push to modernize fan engagement through digital and broadcast synergies. Regional availability may vary based on licensing agreements and platform availability.
ALBAIK™ has been announced as an Official Global Supporter of the AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™, joining the competition’s commercial programme. The partnership integrates one of Saudi Arabia’s most popular homegrown food brands into the tournament’s ecosystem. This collaboration highlights the growing commercial appeal of AFC’s flagship national team competition. The sponsorship underscores the competition’s global reach and appeal beyond traditional sports markets.
The new Matchday Fantasy and Predictor games are designed to enhance the matchday experience for fans of AFC club competitions. By combining interactive gaming with live match coverage, AFC aims to create a more immersive and engaging environment for supporters. The initiative is part of a broader strategy to leverage digital innovation in sports entertainment. Fans can participate through official AFC channels, ensuring a seamless and integrated experience.