China gives up 2023 Asian Cup hosting rights: AFC

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China has relinquished its rights to host the 2023 Asian Cup finals due to the COVID-19 situation in the country. The AFC said a decision about the hosting of the tournament would be revealed in due course. The Asian Cup is the latest international sporting event to be affected by China's attempts to tackle the pandemic.

China gives up 2023 Asian Cup hosting rights: AFC

7 days ago·Beijing, China

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Times of India

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7 days ago·Mumbai, India

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Reuters

China gives up 2023 Asian Cup hosting rights, Asian Football Confederation says

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NDTV

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The Star Kuala Lumpur

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