Saudis Delay Major Football Tournament Following Houthi Attacks

Bloomberg Politics3 November 2026, 08:37 UTCSaudi Arabia

The AFC Asian Cup in Saudi Arabia has been delayed until late 2027, as the conflict with the Houthis tests the kingdom’s ambitions to become a destination for major international events.

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