The Asian Cup is a prestigious football tournament held every four years, organized by the Asian Football Confederation (AFC). It features national teams from across Asia competing for the title of continental champion. The tournament showcases the best talent in Asian football and promotes the sport throughout the region. The first edition of the Asian Cup took place in 1956, and it has since grown in popularity and scale. The tournament includes a series of qualifying matches leading up to the final event, where teams vie for the championship trophy and the opportunity to represent Asia in global competitions like the FIFA World Cup.