Asian Cup 2027: Holders Qatar to face Japan in tough group-stage draw
Saudi Arabia will host the 2027 tournament from January 7 to February 5 and will face Palestine, Kuwait and Oman.

Saudi Arabia will host the 2027 tournament from January 7 to February 5 and will face Palestine, Kuwait and Oman.







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Qatar became the first country in 20 years to win back-to-back Asian Cup titles with a 3-1 win over Jordan.
Excitement for the Asian Cup football final is reaching fever pitch as al-Annabi take on an-Nashama at Lusail Stadium.
An-Nashama’s Asian Cup success has enthralled Jordanians, many of whom are scrambling for last-minute flights to Qatar.
Qatar will look to defend their AFC Asian Cup title at home against a side that has blown away the big guns.
Hosts and holders win a thrilling high-tempo clash to book a place in the final against Jordan.
Jordanians celebrated the night away from Doha to Amman as their team reached their first Asian Cup final.
Qatar prepare for ‘toughest test’ in their defence of the Asian Cup as they face Iran in the semifinal.