NSW Government Secures Tottenham Hotspur and Chelsea FC for Sydney Super Cup 2026

The Minns Labor Government has secured a major international sporting coup, announcing that Chelsea FC and Tottenham Hotspur will headline the four-team Sydney Super Cup 2026.

The tournament, staged exclusively in Sydney across Accor Stadium and Allianz Stadium, is projected to inject more than $25 million into the NSW visitor economy, solidifying the state’s ambitious $91 billion Visitor Economy Strategy 2035.

Confirming how the “why” strategy behind the government’s investment, Minister for Jobs and Tourism and Minister for Sport, Steve Kamper, said: “As we work towards our goal of a $91 billion visitor economy, major events like this are crucial, they help create memorable experiences that inspire visitors to stay longer, return again and explore more of our great state.”

Hosting the Super Cup aligns perfectly with the Strategy’s pillar of delivering a dynamic, nation-leading calendar of major events.

The event’s core commercial draw is the three-match format, which includes a highly recognisable ‘London Derby’ between the two English Premier League giants, alongside fixtures against local A-League clubs Sydney FC and Western Sydney Wanderers FC.

The two main fixtures are scheduled for Accor Stadium on July 29 (Chelsea vs Wanderers) and August 1 (Tottenham vs Chelsea), maximising visitation during the mid-winter tourism window.

In addition, the event’s commercial value is further supported by a major women’s football fixture.

Chelsea FC Women, featuring Matildas stars Sam Kerr and Ellie Carpenter, will face the A-League Women All Stars at Allianz Stadium on August 12.

This commitment to elite women’s football, featuring internationally recognisable Australian talent, provides a second revenue stream and extends the duration of the state’s tourism benefits.

The multiple matches will attract thousands of both local supporters and international visitors, with the commercial goal being to encourage an extended stay in Sydney.

By committing significant government funds to secure the appearance of two major international sporting organisations, the NSW Government is making a calculated investment designed to generate high-volume tourist revenue and strengthen Sydney’s honour as Australia’s home of football.

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