Jordan, Iraq to bid for hosting AFC 2027

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Published: 2019-12-30 14:50

Last Updated: 2024-03-28 15:57


Jordan, Iraq to bid for hosting AFC 2027
Jordan, Iraq to bid for hosting AFC 2027

The Jordan Football Association (JFA) and its Iraqi counterpart are to submit a joint bid to host the Asian Nations Cup (AFC) in 2027.

The 2019 AFC edition was held in the United Arab Emirates, while the next edition will be held in China in 2023.

Head of the Iraq Football Association said that Masoud said, "JFA has addressed us officially to present a joint file to host the 2027 Asian Cup."

He added, "The Iraq Football Association agreed to submit the file, but the stadiums that will host the championship matches have not been determined. According to the file."