Saudi Arabia confirms January start for Asian Cup 2027 despite attacks
Asian Cup 2027 to kick off on January 7 with Saudi Arabia facing Palestine in Riyadh as the AFC announces the schedule.
Al Jazeera English reports: Asian Cup 2027 to kick off on January 7 with Saudi Arabia facing Palestine in Riyadh as the AFC announces the schedule.
This sports story centres on Saudi Arabia. Names and organisations mentioned in the coverage include Asian Cup, Palestine and Riyadh.
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- Saudi Arabia · Middle East
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- Asian Cup, Palestine, Riyadh, AFC
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