Heavy news! BEIJING, May 14 (Xinhua) -- The much-anticipated 2023 Asian Cup soccer tournament is about to undergo an unprecedented transformation, Sohu Sports exclusively reports.
The 2023 AFC Asian Cup, which was originally scheduled to be held in China from June 16 to July 16, 2023, has faced challenges for the Chinese Organizing Committee due to the outbreak. After close consultation between AFC, CFA and the 2023 Asian Cup China Organizing Committee, the decision was made to move the tournament elsewhere.
Behind this decision is the Chinese Organizing Committee's high level of responsibility for the safe organization of the event. Despite the uncertainties, the organizing committee said that the new venue will be announced within the first hour.
We would like to express our deepest gratitude to the AFC, the participating cities and all sectors of the community for their strong support in the early preparations for the Asian Cup.
-- 2023 Asian Cup China Organizing Committee
Release date: May 14, 2022
