Another major blow for Saudi Arabia as 2027 Asian Cup is postponed amid escalating attacks
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KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 3 — The 2027 Asian Cup football tournament in Saudi Arabia will be postponed from January to December due to “exceptional circumstances” in the region, the...
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A number of sports events in Saudi Arabia have been cancelled or postponed in recent weeks following Houthi attacks on the country.
The Asian Cup was originally scheduled to take place from January 7 to February 5 next year.
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