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Asian Cup moved to December 2027 after regional attacks

Sport · First reported 3 Nov, 06:13 · Updated 06:31

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The 24-team Asian Cup in Saudi Arabia has been rescheduled to run from December 23, 2027, to January 21, 2028. Organisers cited exceptional regional circumstances, logistical complications and travel disruptions; the revised dates will be submitted to FIFA for approval.

  • The Asian Cup, originally scheduled for January 7 to February 5, 2027, in Saudi Arabia, has been postponed to December 23, 2027, through January 21, 2028.
  • Organisers cited regional developments, logistical complexities and travel disruptions; they said the new dates will be presented to FIFA for approval.
  • The reports connect the postponement to recent attacks in Saudi Arabia, including a strike on Riyadh’s international airport that killed at least 12 people and wounded more than 300.
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New tournament dates
December 23, 2027–January 21, 2028
Tournament size
24 teams
Airport strike toll
At least 12 killed and more than 300 wounded
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The revised dates will be presented to FIFA for approval

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