official; Asian Cup of Nations postponed by a year According to the announcement of the Asian Football Confederation, the 2027 Asian Cup of Nations, which was scheduled to be held from January 7 to February 5, 2027 (January 7 to February 5, 1405), has been postponed. It was decided that these competitions would take place from December 23 to February 1, 1406. This decision was made due to the uncertain conditions of Saudi Arabia.