TEHRAN - Following extensive discussions and close consultation with the Local Organizing Committee (LOC) of the AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027 and the Saudi Arabian Football Federation (SAFF), the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has confirmed that the upcoming edition of Asia’s crown jewel, originally to be held from Jan. 7 to Feb. 5, 2027, will now take place from Dec. 23, 2027, to Jan. 21, 2028.
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AFC Reschedules 2027 Asian Cup in Saudi Arabia to Late December 2027
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November 3, 2026
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The AFC has postponed the 2027 Asian Cup in Saudi Arabia from its original dates of January 7 to February 5, 2027, to December 23, 2027, to January 21, 2028, following discussions with the Local Organizing Committee and the Saudi Arabian Football Federation. This change may impact Iran's football preparations and regional sporting dynamics.
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