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AFC postpones Saudi Arabia's Asian Cup from January to December 2027
- Mountain Time
- Local time
- 9:55 AM in Riyadh, Nov 3
- Where
- Saudi Arabia
The Asian Football Confederation announced that the 24-team Asian Cup in Saudi Arabia will run from December 23, 2027, to January 21, 2028, instead of starting January 7, 2027. The AFC cited regional developments, substantial logistical complexities and travel disruptions. The announcement comes amid repeated Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia.
Why it matters
Teams, supporters and tournament operators must shift travel and operational plans by nearly a year.
Source
- Al Jazeeraaljazeera.comPublished
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