15 May, 2022
According to international news reports China has relinquished its rights to host the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Asian Cup 2023 due to the COVID-19 situation in the country.
The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) was quoted as making the announcement of the postponement yesterday.
The event, which is played every four years and features 24 national teams from across the continent, was due to be held in 10 cities from June 16 to July 16 next year.
The AFC said a ruling on hosting the event will be made in due course.