OriginalSourceSouth China Morning PostHong KongOwner: Alibaba GroupLeanCenterCredibilityPublished07:05 UTCRatings: AllSides, MBFCSourceSouth China Morning PostHong KongOwner: Alibaba GroupLeanCenterCredibilityPublished07:05 UTCRatings: AllSides, MBFC
“AFC postpones Asian Cup in light of ‘exceptional circumstances’ in Saudi Arabia”
“The Asian Cup, initially scheduled to take place in Saudi Arabia in early 2027, has been postponed until December next year following recent attacks on the kingdom, the Asian Football Confederation said on Tuesday.”
Asian Cup postponed to December 2027 to January 2028 in Saudi Arabia
Key points
- Asian Cup originally planned for early 2027 in Saudi Arabia is postponed.
- New dates: December 23, 2027 to January 21, 2028.
- Postponement cited exceptional regional circumstances and logistical travel disruptions.
- Fifa approval for new dates will be sought after organizing committee review.
- Saudi Arabia remains committed to hosting and continues preparations for the new schedule.
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