# Asian Cup in Saudi Arabia postponed to December over regional security

https://mins.news/en/item/126929

- euronews, 2026-11-03 10:43 UTC
- Sports
- Original: https://www.euronews.com/2026/11/03/asian-cup-in-saudi-arabia-postponed-to-december-over-regional-security

> The Asian Football Confederation moved the tournament from January 2027 to late December, citing “exceptional circumstances” and travel disruptions. The change follows Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia that led to the Dakar Rally and WTA Finals being cancelled or relocated.

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