Saudi Arabia's national football team has begun shaping its road to the 2027 AFC Asian Cup, the continental tournament the Kingdom will host from 7 January to 5 February 2027. The preparation plan features two training camps and four international friendly matches.
The first camp is set for Doha, Qatar, from 9 to 17 November 2026. During this stage, the team will face South Korea on 13 November 2026 and Uzbekistan on 17 November 2026.
The second camp will be held in Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia, from 21 December 2026 to 3 January 2027. The squad is scheduled to play Qatar on 27 December 2026 and Jordan on 2 January 2027, with the Jordan match taking place behind closed doors.
Group A fixtures
At the tournament itself, Saudi Arabia has been drawn in Group A alongside Palestine, Oman, and Kuwait. The team's group matches are scheduled for 7 January against Palestine, 12 January against Oman, and 17 January against Kuwait.
Hosting the Asian Cup on home soil is a major moment for football fans across the Kingdom. With the opening match in Riyadh's calendar and venues ready to welcome supporters, the camps and friendlies give the team valuable match time against strong opponents before the first whistle. Residents and expats alike can look forward to top-level continental football arriving in Saudi Arabia early in 2027.
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