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#AsianCup2027 - The Groups

Mon, 11 May, 2026

#AsianCup2027 - The Groups

Riyadh: Fans can expect a scintillating AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ following Saturday's Final Draw in Riyadh.

While the usual teams will start as the pre-tournament favourites, the continental showpiece has a tendency of producing surprises and the-AFC.com takes a look at what can be expected from the groups.

Tickets for AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ to launch with exclusive 48-hour window for Visa cardholders

Sun, 10 May, 2026

Tickets for AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ to launch with exclusive 48-hour window for Visa cardholders

Riyadh: The AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ is officially opening its doors to fans this week, beginning with an exclusive opportunity for Visa cardholders to lead the charge from today, May 10, 2026. As the tournament's Official Global Supporter, Visa is offering its cardholders a 48-hour priority window to secure tickets before the general public.

This launch follows the excitement of the Final Draw in Riyadh, which mapped out the journey for Asia’s top teams across the host cities of Riyadh, Jeddah, and Al Khobar. The exclusive pre-sale period begins at 20:27 Arabian Standard Time (AST) on May 10, providing Visa users with the first choice of seats across all 51 matches, including the highly anticipated opening fixture between Saudi Arabia and Palestine on January 7 and the eagerly anticipated Final on February 5.

https://www.the-afc.com/en/national/afc_asian_cup.html/video/highlights-afc-asian-cup-saudi-arabia-2027™-final-draw

#AsianCup2027 - Final Draw: What they said

Sun, 10 May, 2026

#AsianCup2027 - Final Draw: What they said

Riyadh: The stage is set for the AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ with Saturday’s Final Draw producing six enticing groups.

As the teams plan their preparations for the January 7-February 5, 2027 continental showpiece, the-AFC.com listened to what several head coaches had to say after the glittering Final Draw at the historical Salwa Palace in Riyadh.

AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ primed for spectacular showdowns

Sun, 10 May, 2026

AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ primed for spectacular showdowns

Diriyah: The ultimate stage has been set for Asia’s top 24 men’s national teams following the glittering AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ Final Draw that took place on Saturday evening.

Amid the stunning backdrop of the Salwa Palace in Diriyah’s historic At-Turaif District, the six groups for next year’s showpiece were revealed and the official match schedule has now been confirmed. To get underway on January 7, the 19th edition of Asia’s crown jewel will run until February 5, 2027, with kick-off times to be finalised and updated on the-AFC.com in due course.

#AsianCup2027 - Road to glory paved

Sun, 10 May, 2026

#AsianCup2027 - Road to glory paved

Riyadh: Fans can expect a spectacular AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ with Saturday's glittering Final Draw at the historical Salwa Palace in Riyadh producing a thrilling group stage.

The continental showpiece, to be hosted by Saudi Arabia for the first time, kicks off on January 7, 2027.

https://www.the-afc.com/en/national/afc_asian_cup.html/photo/asiancup2027-the-draw

https://www.the-afc.com/en/national/afc_asian_cup.html/video/afc-asian-cup-saudi-arabia-2027-ahlan-asia

Football inspiring indomitable Yazan to greater heights

Sat, 09 May, 2026

Football inspiring indomitable Yazan to greater heights

Riyadh: Yazan Seefen has overcome obstacles throughout his life and the youngster is determined to keep pushing boundaries and make the best of what comes his way.

The Saudi Arabian para footballer is one of the Draw Assistants for the Final Draw of the AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ on Saturday, which will have representation from all walks of the Asian football ecosystem.

Saudi Arabia captain Salem Al Dawsari, Japanese legend Hidetoshi Nakata and Korea Republic women’s referee Kim Yu-jeong are among the Draw Assistants and 16-year-old Seefen is relishing the opportunity of being on stage with them.

https://www.the-afc.com/en/national/afc_asian_cup.html/video/yazan-seefen-draw-assistant-afc-asian-cup-saudi-arabia-2027™-final-draw

#AsianCup2027 Final Draw - Facts & Figures

Thu, 07 May, 2026

#AsianCup2027 Final Draw - Facts & Figures

Riyadh: The road to AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ glory will be paved when the Final Draw is conducted at the historical Salwa Palace in Riyadh on Saturday.

Ahead of the highly-anticipated Draw which will see the teams divided into six groups, the-AFC.com takes a look at some fascinating facts and figures of the continent's premier men's national team football tournament.

#AsianCup2027 Final Draw - Know Your Teams

Thu, 07 May, 2026

#AsianCup2027 Final Draw - Know Your Teams

Riyadh: The Final Draw of the AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ takes place at the historical Salwa Palace in Riyadh on Saturday.

The eyes of the continent and beyond will be on the Final Draw, with the hopeful teams aiming to lift the coveted title and the-AFC.com takes a look at the cast, who will be divided into four pots and drawn in six groups.