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.

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#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.

#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.

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.

AFC appoints EA SPORTS FC™ as Official Licensed Product of the AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™

Wed, 06 May, 2026

AFC appoints EA SPORTS FC™ as Official Licensed Product of the AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™

Landmark global partnership will bring Asia's premier national team tournament to football fans in EA SPORTS FC™

Kuala Lumpur: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) today announced EA SPORTS FC™ as an Official Licensed Product of the AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™, marking a landmark global licensing partnership for Asia's most prestigious men's national team tournament.

Aramco named Official Global Supporter of AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™

Wed, 06 May, 2026

Aramco named Official Global Supporter of AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™

Kuala Lumpur: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) today announced Aramco, one of the world's leading integrated energy and chemicals companies, as an Official Global Supporter of the AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™, marking a landmark moment in the history of Asian football's flagship national team competition.

Under the terms of the agreement, the host venue in Al Khobar will be officially designated as Aramco Stadium, marking a commercial first for the AFC. The inclusion of naming rights marks a milestone for the AFC’s partnership model and signals a shift toward deeper integration, aligning the Confederation’s commercial strategy with global industry standards.