Saudi Arabia will host the 27th Arabian Gulf Cup from September 23-October 6, 2026, the Arab Gulf Cup Football Federation (AGCFF) announced following its General Assembly in Kuwait City on Thursday.
The General Assembly, chaired by Minister of Sports and Youth HE Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa bin Ahmed al-Thani, who is also the AGCFF president, unanimously voted for Saudi Arabia as the host nation for the next edition of the regional tournament. In addition to selecting the host, the General Assembly approved changing the name of the Arabian Gulf Cup Football Federation to the Gulf Federation, aiming to boost its promotion and expand its activities beyond just the Gulf Cup.
AGCFF Secretary-General Jassim al-Rumaihi, heads of the eight member federations, representatives of the delegations, and members of AGCFF committees attended the General Assembly.
Minister of Sports and Youth and AGCFF President HE Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa bin Ahmed al-Thani poses for a group photo with heads of AGCFF member federations including President of Qatar Football Association Jassim bin Rashid al-Buenain. AGCFF Secretary-General Jassim al-Rumaihi is also present.
