Reports: AFC Asian Cup 2027 in Saudi Arabia likely postponed to January 2028

Speculation is growing regarding the timing of the AFC Asian Cup 2027, set to be hosted in Saudi Arabia, as Australian media have suggested the possibility of postponing the tournament to January 2028 due to ongoing events in the region.

According to a report published by the Australian news agency, the continuation of security tensions in the coming months may push the AFC to postpone the tournament for a year, rather than transferring hosting rights from Saudi Arabia to another country on short notice.

The tournament is set to kick off on January 7, 2027, with the final match scheduled for February 5.

Recent days have seen an increase in targeting between Yemeni and Saudi forces, leading to growing discussions about postponing the AFC Asian Cup.