China cancels Asian soccer tournament due to Covid


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According to Reuters, the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) announced on May 14 that China has withdrawn from hosting the 2023 Asian Cup soccer tournament due to the Covid situation. The Asia soccer governing body stated, [quote] “Following extensive discussions with the Chinese Football Association (CFA), the Asian Football Confederation has been officially informed by the CFA that it would not be able to host the AFC Asian Cup 2023.” [end quote] China was initially scheduled to host the tournament of 24 national soccer teams from across Asia, in 10 cities from June 16 to July 16, 2023. AFC did not...