The 2027 Asian Cup in Saudi Arabia has been postponed following a series of deadly attacks in the host country. The tournament, originally set for 7 January to 5 February, will now run from 23 December 2027 to 21 January 2028.
The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) made the call and linked it to what it described as exceptional regional conditions.
Asian Football Confederation explains the rescheduling decision
The AFC pointed to regional developments and what it called “substantial logistical complexities and travel disruptions”. It said the new dates would be put to Fifa for approval.
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Houthi missile attack on Riyadh airport in October
In October, a missile strike by Yemen’s Houthi movement on Riyadh’s airport killed 13 people and wounded more than 300. Several other events in Saudi Arabia have also been cancelled recently, including the Six Kings Slam tennis exhibition, which had been scheduled for Riyadh.
Until Fifa signs off, the revised dates remain proposals rather than final.
