Jeddah is preparing to host the Arabian Gulf Cup 27 from September 23 to October 6, 2026, and matches of the 2027 AFC Asian Cup from January 7 to February 5, 2027.
According to SPA, Jeddah Mayor Ihsan Bafakih and representatives from the Ministry of Sport held a coordination meeting to review operational readiness and services for both tournaments. The discussions focused on infrastructure, facilities, and joint efforts to meet approved standards.
The review included the status of stadiums, hotels, and national team training sites. The meeting also addressed proposals for fan zones across Jeddah Governorate to support teams, visitors, and fans.
The 2027 AFC Asian Cup will be hosted across Jeddah, Riyadh, and Al-Khobar.
When will Jeddah host the Arabian Gulf Cup 27? Jeddah is scheduled to host the Arabian Gulf Cup 27, also known as Khaleeji 27, from September 23 to October 6, 2026. Preparations for the event involved a coordination meeting between Jeddah Mayor Ihsan Bafakih and the Ministry of Sport to review operational readiness and associated services.
Which cities will host the 2027 AFC Asian Cup? The 2027 AFC Asian Cup will be held across Riyadh, Jeddah, and Al-Khobar. The tournament is scheduled to take place from January 7 to February 5, 2027, with Jeddah hosting several of the matches.
What specific areas were reviewed during the Jeddah Municipality meeting? The meeting covered the readiness of stadiums, hotels, and national team training sites. Additionally, the Mayor and Ministry of Sport representatives discussed infrastructure, services, and proposals for establishing fan zones at various locations across Jeddah Governorate.