Race Heats Up for Asian Cup Hosting Rights

Australia, South Korea, Kuwait, and Japan have shown interest in hosting the Asian Cup in 2035, with bids also placed for 2031. The AFC, considering proposals from other countries for 2031, plans to announce the hosts at an upcoming annual congress led by President Sheikh Salman bin Ebrahim Al Khalifa.

Interest in hosting the Asian Cup continues to grow, with Australia, South Korea, Kuwait, and Japan signaling their intentions to bid for the event in 2035, according to the Asian Football Confederation (AFC).

The AFC's announcement confirms that these nations, along with others bidding for the 2031 event, including India, Indonesia, and a joint proposal from Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, and Tajikistan, are gearing up for a competitive selection process.

Japan's decision to focus solely on 2035, alongside the UAE's withdrawal from the 2031 race, adds more intrigue to the dynamic bidding landscape. The AFC will reveal the hosts for both future tournaments following a proposal from its President Sheikh Salman bin Ebrahim Al Khalifa.

(With inputs from agencies.)