Aramco Named Official Global Supporter of AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027

The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) have announced Aramco, one of the world’s leading integrated energy and chemicals companies, as an Official Global Supporter of the AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™, marking a landmark moment in the history of Asian football’s flagship national team competition.

Under the terms of the agreement, the host venue in Al Khobar will be officially designated as Aramco Stadium, marking a commercial first for the AFC. The inclusion of naming rights marks a milestone for the AFC’s partnership model and signals a shift toward deeper integration, aligning the Confederation’s commercial strategy with global industry standards.

This partnership reflects the AFC’s ambition to deliver the most commercially innovative AFC Asian Cup™ to date, as the tournament returns to the Middle East for one of the most anticipated editions in its history. With the Kingdom set to provide the backdrop for the first time, the AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ is poised to be a transformative moment for football across the Continent.

Datuk Seri Windsor John, the AFC General Secretary, said: “The AFC is delighted to welcome Aramco as we enter a new era of commercial innovation. By integrating naming rights for the first time, we are creating a more immersive platform for our partners whilst providing our passionate fans with an unparalleled match-day experience. We look forward to working together with Aramco to showcase the very best of Asian football to a global audience.”

Khalid A. Al Zamil, Senior Vice President of Corporate Communications, Aramco, said: “This is another proud milestone for Aramco. As one of the world’s leading energy and chemicals companies, we are proud to support the AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™, a tournament that will inspire fans across the Kingdom and Asia. Aramco is committed to powering communities and we are looking forward to welcoming fans to Aramco Stadium, a world-class venue that celebrates sport, culture and community.”

Patrick Murphy, Chief Executive Officer of Asia Football Group, said: “We are proud to welcome Aramco as an Official Global Supporter of the AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™. The inclusion of stadium naming rights as part of this partnership is a first for the AFC, and a reflection of the scale of ambition that both organisations bring to this tournament. We look forward to working alongside Aramco to deliver an extraordinary experience for fans across Asia and beyond.”