The Asian Football Confederation has set the group-stage dates for host Saudi Arabia at the 2027 AFC Asian Cup. The tournament will be staged in Saudi Arabia from 7 January to 5 February.
Dates published
Saudi channel Al-Ekhbariya published the dates, which it said were revealed by the Asian Football Confederation on Tuesday.
Opening two matches
According to the Asian Football Confederation, Saudi Arabia will open their campaign against Palestine on 7 January at 8pm Mecca time at the King Fahd Sports City Stadium.
Saudi Arabia's second match is against Oman on 12 January at 7.30pm at the King Fahd Sports City Stadium.
Final group game
Saudi Arabia's final group match is against Kuwait on 17 January at 8pm at the King Abdullah Sports City Stadium.
Previous title
GOAL said Saudi Arabia last won the Asian title in 1996, which it said was their third triumph.