Thailand scheduled to face Qatar in 2027 AFC Asian Cup opener

The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has confirmed the official match schedule for the 2027 AFC Asian Cup, which will be hosted in Saudi Arabia from January 7 to February 5, 2027.

Thailand is placed in Group F alongside Japan, Qatar, and Indonesia. The Thai national team is set to begin their campaign against defending champions Qatar on January 11 at King Saud University Stadium. Following this, Thailand will face Japan on January 16 at Al Shabab Stadium, and conclude the group stage against Indonesia on January 20 at King Abdullah Sports City Stadium.

The tournament features 24 nations divided into six groups. The top two teams from each group, along with the four best third-placed teams, will advance to the knockout stage. The tournament will officially open with a match between host nation Saudi Arabia and Palestine in Riyadh on January 7.