On May 14, Beijing time, a heavy news shocked the sports world:
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There has been a dramatic shift in the venue for the Officials from the Chinese organizing committee revealed to the public that the 2023 event, originally scheduled to be held in
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The final stage of the tournament will face a change of venue.
In the face of this unexpected situation, the AFC quickly responded, emphasizing in the official statement that after a meeting with the Chinese
national soccer team
In-depth consultations and discussions, the CFA has recently officially conveyed a surprising news to AFC: it is unable to undertake the 2023
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Organization of the final stage of the tournament.
The AFC understands this and believes that the Chinese side's decision is based on the special period of the new crown epidemic. During the preparatory process, the AFC and the China
national soccer team
harmonize
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The Chinese Organizing Committee has worked closely together to see the birth of several important events, such as the launch of the tournament's logo last year and the grand opening of the Pudong Football Stadium in Shanghai.
faced with
national soccer team
harmonize
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The AFC expresses its deep respect for this difficult but necessary choice made by the Chinese organizing committee. It also provides AFC with valuable time to fully assess the situation and initiate the selection process for the 2023 tournament.
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Procedures for alternative venues.
The AFC is committed to continuing to work closely with its business partners and all stakeholders and is grateful for the understanding and support they have shown during this special period.
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More details will be revealed to the public in due course.
