AFC Announces Postponement of Asian Cup to December 2027

The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) announced on Tuesday the postponement of the 2027 AFC Asian Cup finals in Saudi Arabia, which will now be held from December 23, 2027, to January 21, 2028, instead of the original schedule set for January 7 to February 5, 2027.

In a statement, the AFC said the decision followed extensive discussions and consultations with the Local Organizing Committee for the 2027 AFC Asian Cup in Saudi Arabia and the Saudi Arabian Football Federation, taking into account current circumstances and developments in the region, as well as potential implications for travel arrangements and logistical considerations.

The committee added that it agreed to reschedule the tournament due to exceptional circumstances that prevent it from being held according to the original timeline, in order to safeguard the interests of the participating national teams, officials, fans, and all other stakeholders.