Saudi Arabia-hosted Asian Cup draw rescheduled due to US-Israel war on Iran
Summary
The draw for the 2027 Asian Cup in Saudi Arabia was postponed to May 9 due to the ongoing war involving the United States, Israel, and Iran affecting regional events. The tournament will feature 24 teams, with 23 already qualified, and will take place from January 7 to February 5, 2027, in Saudi Arabia.Key Facts
- The Asian Cup draw was moved to May 9 and will be held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
- The original draw date was postponed because of the war involving the US and Israel against Iran.
- The Asian Football Confederation postponed the draw to allow all key teams and members to participate.
- The war began on February 28 and has caused delays in many sports events across the region.
- Saudi Arabia will host the Asian Cup for the first time from January 7 to February 5, 2027.
- The tournament will have 24 teams divided into six groups of four teams each.
- 23 teams have qualified, and the last spot will be decided by a playoff between Lebanon and Yemen on June 4.
- Defending champion Qatar and other strong teams like Japan, South Korea, Iran, Jordan, Australia, and Uzbekistan have already qualified.
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