AFC reschedules Asian Cup 2027 in Saudi Arabia amid regional conflict

Author: Hafsa AdilPublished on: November 3, 2026Country: Saudi Arabia

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AFC reschedules Asian Cup 2027 in Saudi Arabia amid regional conflict

The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has rescheduled the 2027 Asian Cup, which was due to start in Riyadh on January 7, to December 23, 2027. The 24-team tournament will now run until January 21, 2028. The AFC cited exceptional regional circumstances, including substantial logistical complexities and travel disruptions. Saudi Arabia has faced Houthi attacks since September as hostilities in Yemen escalate.

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