With the 2023
Asian cup (e.g. soccer)
With the official announcement of the change of venue, which country will take over this international soccer event has become a common focus for the public and the media. Currently, South Korea, Japan, Qatar and Saudi Arabia are among the potential hosts analyzed by the media.
This comes after the Korean Football Association has made it clear that it is not interested in hosting the
Asian cup (e.g. soccer)
of keen interest, while Japan, Qatar and the UAE are seen as South Korea's main rivals. Japan has just taken over the East Asian Cup tournament, which China abandoned, while South Korea, with the 2002 Korea-Japan
World Cup
Sports facilities constructed during the period are fully capable of hosting
Asian cup (e.g. soccer)
. Qatar, as the 2022
World Cup
The host nation of the Asian Cup, which was originally scheduled to bid for 2027, could be brought forward to 2023. The UAE, last
Asian cup (e.g. soccer)
The host country of the tournament has also shown great enthusiasm for the event.
Last week, the AFC sent out a letter of invitation to its member associations for a new host venue, according to reporter Ma Dexing. In the letter, the AFC made it clear that ideal candidates should have secured or be about to secure a
Asian cup (e.g. soccer)
of admission. In addition, the AFC has set out seven specific conditions, including:
At least five stadiums with a capacity of 20,000 spectators;
The stadium hosting the opening ceremony and the championship and runners-up finals will need to hold at least 40,000 spectators;
Each team is equipped with a minimum of two training fields to accommodate the training needs of four teams;
There are a number of five- or four-star hotels that meet international standards;
Ensure free travel and free access to international flights;
Domestic flights are required as a guarantee if the distance between different cities exceeds 200 kilometers;
Specific programs to ensure the safety and security of spectators watching the game.
It is reported that after the AFC sent out the call letter, member associations interested in hosting the event were asked to reply within a week to submit their intention to bid to the AFC Competition Department. (Editor: Liu Shuitu)
