Asian Cup draw delayed amid Iran conflict, highlighting war's regional impact

The draw for the 2027 Asian Cup, originally set for last weekend in Saudi Arabia, has been postponed to May 9 as the escalating Iran conflict disrupts the region. The rescheduled event, which will take place in Riyadh at the historic At-Turaif District in Diriyah, is part of broader turmoil affecting regional sports calendars. Host nation Saudi Arabia seeks to ensure full participation from all stakeholders amid heightened geopolitical uncertainty in the wake of the war. The conflict, which erup