Sports November 3, 2026 at 7:05 AM

AFC postpones Asian Cup in light of ‘exceptional circumstances’ in Saudi Arabia

SCMP Sport

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.

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