Saudi Arabia says preparations on for 2027 AFC Asian cup

Saudi Arabia has said preparations for the 2027 AFC Asian Cup, due to begin on 7 January in Riyadh, Jeddah and Al Khobar, remain on schedule despite escalating Houthi attacks on the kingdom. The tournament's local organising committee said that work was continuing in coordination with the Asian Football Confederation (AFC), amid concerns over escalation in fighting that has led to postponement of several sporting events. AFC President Sheikh Salman bin Ebrahim Al Khalifa said on Wednesday that a final decision could wait until the end of November and "we could move back a year to 2028 if we need to".