Asian Cup postponed to December 2027 following Houthi attacks

The 2027 Asian Cup has been postponed nearly a year due to recent attacks in Saudi Arabia, confirmed by the Asian Football Confederation. Originally scheduled to start on January 7, the tournament will now likely begin on December 23, 2027, and run until January 21, 2028. This decision comes in light of security concerns after a Houthi strike in October caused casualties at an airport in Riyadh. Premier League players originally slated to participate will remain available for their clubs during the current season. The AFC indicated that new dates will be submitted to FIFA for approval.

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