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Saudi Arabia says preparations on for 2027 AFC Asian cup Saudi Arabia has said preparations for the 2027 AFC Asian Cup, due to begin on 7 January in Riyadh, Jeddah and Al Khobar, remain on schedule despite escalating Houthi attacks on the kingdom. The tournament's local organising committee said that work was continuing in coordination with the Asian Football Confederation (AFC), amid concerns over escalation in fighting that has led to postponement of several sporting events. AFC President S…
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The Asian Cup in January is "on schedule", Saudi Arabian organisers said, after growing fears for the tournament following Houthi attacks on the country. The continent's top football official said this week that the competition could be postponed to 2028, while stressing there was "no hurry" to make a decision. The 2027 Asian Cup is supposed to kick off on January 7 in the Saudi cities of Jeddah, Riyadh and Al Khobar.
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A player revolt was about the last thing Manchester United needed in another troubled start to a season. Lisandro Martinez's outburst following Tuesday's Champions League defeat against Atletico Madrid added more unwanted focus on the club as manager Michael Carrick attempted to turn its ailing campaign around. The Argentina defender called out United's hierarchy over its offseason recruitment, with director of football Jason Wilcox the apparent target of his criticism.
