Recently, South Korean media outlet MK Sports disclosed that an AFC delegation will soon visit four active bidders for the 2023
Asian cup (e.g. soccer)
The four countries where fieldwork was conducted were Indonesia, Australia, South Korea, and Qatar.
The Indonesian Football Federation has announced the tournament process to the public, and an AFC delegation will soon visit these countries'
Asian cup (e.g. soccer)
Race preparations are in-depth.
Originally scheduled to be held from June 16 to July 16, 2023 in six regions and ten cities in China, the 2023
Asian cup (e.g. soccer)
Indonesia, Australia, South Korea and Qatar became replacement bidders after the Chinese Football Association (CFA) relinquished the hosting rights. The change took place on the 18th of last month.
The AFC plans to officially announce on October 17 this year the new
Asian cup (e.g. soccer)
Hosts. Notably, Australia and Qatar intend to postpone the tournament until early 2024, which could lead to a name change.
Qatar at FIFA 2022
World Cup
The city has a significant advantage in terms of stadium facilities, but with average temperatures of 41-42 degrees Celsius between June and July, Qatar would be in a very difficult position if it hosted
Asian cup (e.g. soccer)
, schedule adjustments seem inevitable.
At the same time, Australia is looking to bring
Asian cup (e.g. soccer)
Postponed to the first quarter of 2024 due to the fact that Australia will host FIFA in July 2023
women's soccer
World Cup. In contrast, South Korea and Indonesia preferred to host the summer 2023
Asian cup (e.g. soccer)
