# AFC reschedules 2027 Asian Cup in Saudi Arabia amid regional conflict

https://mins.news/en/item/126662

- Al Jazeera, 2026-11-03 06:55 UTC
- Sports
- Original: https://www.aljazeera.com/sports/2026/11/3/afc-reschedules-asian-cup-2027-in-saudi-arabia-amid-regional-conflict?traffic_source=rss

> The AFC has moved the Saudi Arabia-hosted Asian Cup’s start from January 2027 to December 23, with the tournament ending on January 21, 2028. It cited exceptional regional circumstances, logistical complexities and travel disruptions; the new dates will be submitted to FIFA for approval.

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