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Korea Herald
17-07-2025
- Business
- Korea Herald
Midea Partners with CAF to be the Official Sponsor of the TotalEnergies CAF AFCON 2025
FOSHAN, China, July 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Midea and the Confédération Africaine de Football (CAF) recently concluded an agreement in Foshan, China for Midea to become an Official Sponsor of the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations ("AFCON") 2025. Midea is one of the world's leading manufacturers of home appliances, and specializing in air treatment, refrigeration, laundry, microwaves & ovens, floor care, dishwashers, and small domestic appliances. This partnership marks a significant milestone in the home appliance giant's growing global sports portfolio and underscores its dedication to engaging with passionate football audiences across Africa. Véron Mosengo-Omba, General Secretary of CAF, was welcomed to Midea HQ for the event by Eric Wang, President of Midea Smart Home Business Group & Vice President of Midea Group, Lewis Fu, President of Midea International Business, and Robert Tong, Brand Management & Marketing Director of Midea International Business. Lewis Fu spoke at the event, where he said, "Our partnership for the AFCON 2025 is a proud moment in our brand's journey. Across Africa we see households embracing modern smart home appliances and we believe that CAF are the perfect partners to underline our commitment to the region. AFCON is undoubtedly one of the most exciting football competitions today, where some of the greatest footballers in the world are watched by a global audience of more than a billion. Midea has full confidence that this occasion marks only the beginning of a long and deep partnership with CAF." The TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations, Morocco 2025 will be played in Morocco and through this partnership, Midea will enjoy extensive brand visibility across CAF competitions, digital platforms, and fan engagement activities, cementing its position as a household name within African markets. About Midea Midea is the world's leading smart home appliances brand and covers a wide range of product categories including air conditioners, refrigerators, washing machines, dishwashers, ovens, air fryers, and robot vacuum cleaners. Midea Group, established in 1968, is a leading global technology company with over 190,000 employees worldwide and ranked #277 on the 2024 Fortune Global 500 list. Find out more about Midea home appliances at and Midea Group at
Yahoo
04-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Midea becomes Global Supporter of the AFC's National Team Competitions
FOSHAN, China, June 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Midea – one of the world's leading smart home appliance brands - is delighted to announce it has become a global supporter of the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) National Team Competitions. This multi-year agreements kickstarts with the AFC Asian Qualifiers™ - Road to 26 and continues with AFC Women's Asian Cup Australia 2026™ that promises to inspire a whole new generation of footballers. Meanwhile the AFC U23 Asian Cup™ 2026 in Saudi Arabia is set to be highly competitive as teams look to win the title as well as qualification for the 2028 Summer Olympics. In 2027, Midea will also be present as a global supporter at the AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™. It will be the first time the competition has been held in Saudi Arabia in what promises to be a historic event. "The next four years are set to be an important part of AFC's footballing history and Midea is excited to become part of all the memories. Combined with our club competition partnership, we look forward to growing together with AFC as Midea's home appliance businesses goes from strength to strength across the region," said Lewis Fu, President of Midea International Business. Midea and AFC are also pleased to announce that their partnerships will extend to AFC Youth Competitions, including the AFC U20 Asian Cup™, AFC U17 Asian Cup™, AFC U20 Women's Asian Cup™ and AFC U17 Women's Asian Cup™. About the AFC The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) is the governing body of Asian football and one of the six Confederations making up FIFA. Established in 1954, the AFC is headquartered in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, and comprises 47 Member Associations. The AFC organises the AFC Asian Cup™ and the AFC Women's Asian Cup™ while the AFC Champions League Elite™ and AFC Women's Champions League™ are the premier competitions for Asian clubs. About Midea Midea is the world's leading smart home appliances brand and covers a wide range of product categories including air conditioners, refrigerators, washing machines, dishwashers, ovens, air fryers, and robot vacuum cleaners. Midea Group, established in 1968, is a leading global technology company with over 190,000 employees worldwide, an annual revenue of USD57.5 billion in 2024, and ranked #277 on the 2024 Fortune Global 500 list. Find out more about Midea home appliances at and Midea Group at SOURCE Midea Group Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Cision Canada
04-06-2025
- Business
- Cision Canada
Midea becomes Global Supporter of the AFC's National Team Competitions
FOSHAN, China, June 4, 2025 /CNW/ -- Midea – one of the world's leading smart home appliance brands - is delighted to announce it has become a global supporter of the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) National Team Competitions. This multi-year agreements kickstarts with the AFC Asian Qualifiers™ - Road to 26 and continues with AFC Women's Asian Cup Australia 2026™ that promises to inspire a whole new generation of footballers. Meanwhile the AFC U23 Asian Cup™ 2026 in Saudi Arabia is set to be highly competitive as teams look to win the title as well as qualification for the 2028 Summer Olympics. In 2027, Midea will also be present as a global supporter at the AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™. It will be the first time the competition has been held in Saudi Arabia in what promises to be a historic event. "The next four years are set to be an important part of AFC's footballing history and Midea is excited to become part of all the memories. Combined with our club competition partnership, we look forward to growing together with AFC as Midea's home appliance businesses goes from strength to strength across the region," said Lewis Fu, President of Midea International Business. Midea and AFC are also pleased to announce that their partnerships will extend to AFC Youth Competitions, including the AFC U20 Asian Cup™, AFC U17 Asian Cup™, AFC U20 Women's Asian Cup™ and AFC U17 Women's Asian Cup™. About the AFC The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) is the governing body of Asian football and one of the six Confederations making up FIFA. Established in 1954, the AFC is headquartered in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, and comprises 47 Member Associations. The AFC organises the AFC Asian Cup™ and the AFC Women's Asian Cup™ while the AFC Champions League Elite™ and AFC Women's Champions League™ are the premier competitions for Asian clubs. About Midea Midea is the world's leading smart home appliances brand and covers a wide range of product categories including air conditioners, refrigerators, washing machines, dishwashers, ovens, air fryers, and robot vacuum cleaners. Midea Group, established in 1968, is a leading global technology company with over 190,000 employees worldwide, an annual revenue of USD57.5 billion in 2024, and ranked #277 on the 2024 Fortune Global 500 list. Find out more about Midea home appliances at and Midea Group at
Korea Herald
25-04-2025
- Business
- Korea Herald
Midea becomes Global Supporter of the AFC's club competitions
JEDDAH, Saudi Arabia, April 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) is delighted to announce a new global partnership with Midea, a world-leading brand in white goods, vacuum cleaners and kitchen appliances. This multi-year agreement will see Midea become a Global Supporter of the AFC's club competitions, which include the AFC Champions League Elite™ from the final stages of the 2024/25 season to the 2028/29 season, and the AFC Champions League Two™ and AFC Women's Champions League™ from the 2025/26 to the 2028/29 seasons. Datuk Seri Windsor John, the AFC General Secretary, said: "We are delighted to welcome Midea as a Global Supporter onboard this exciting journey, which further underlines the global appeal of the AFC's world-class club competitions, and are excited to work closely with them to create more unforgettable moments for our passionate Asian football fanbase." Lewis Fu, President of Midea International Business, said: "Midea is excited to partner with the AFC as a Global Supporter of the AFC Champions League Elite™, AFC Champions League Two™ and AFC Women's Champions League™. These AFC club competitions offer Midea a unique opportunity to reach a large global audience while also speaking directly to fans and consumers locally all across Asia and the Middle East. As a Global Supporter, Midea will have exclusive rights to promote their products across all AFC club competitions worldwide, enhancing their brand presence and engaging with millions of football fans. About the AFC The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) is the governing body of Asian football and one of the six Confederations making up FIFA. Established in 1954, the AFC is headquartered in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, and comprises 47 Member Associations. The AFC organises the AFC Asian Cup™ and the AFC Women's Asian Cup™ while the AFC Champions League Elite™ and AFC Women's Champions League™ are the premier competitions for Asian clubs. Midea is the world's leading smart home appliances brand and covers a wide range of product categories including air conditioners, refrigerators, washing machines, dishwashers, ovens, air fryers, and robot vacuum cleaners. Midea Group, established in 1968, is a leading global technology company with over 190,000 employees worldwide, an annual revenue of USD57.5 billion in 2024, and ranked #277 on the 2024 Fortune Global 500 list. Find out more about Midea home appliances at and Midea Group at
