
This tournament is designated for players born on January 1, 2003, and later, meaning those under 23 years of age.
The tournament follows a group stage format, and 16 teams qualify for the final stage: the group winners and the four best second-placed teams.
The UAE Football Association will host the group that includes the national teams of UAE, Iran, Guam, and Hong Kong, from September 1 to September 10, 2025
The AFC U-23 Asian Cup 2026 is a continental event organized by the Asian Football Confederation (AFC). It is considered one of the most important youth tournaments and also serves as a qualifier for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics.
This tournament is designated for players born on January 1, 2003, and later, meaning those under 23 years of age.
The tournament follows a group stage format, and 16 teams qualify for the final stage: the group winners and the four best second-placed teams.
The UAE Football Association will host the group that includes the national teams of UAE, Iran, Guam, and Hong Kong, from September 1 to September 10, 2025
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Al Nahyan Stadium, Al Nahyan - E19 - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates