China has become the sole contender to host the Asian Cup Football tournament in 2023.
a. Japan
b. China
c. Indonesia
d. Malaysia
Details:
- The announcement came after South Korea has announced to withdraw its bid to host the game.
- The Korea Football Association (KFA) announced that it had pulled out to strategically focus on a joint bid with North Korea to host the Women's World Cup in the same year.
One must know:
- In February 2013, China suggested interest in hosting the 2019 AFC Asian Cup.
- However, in September 2013, the Chinese Football Association (CFA) withdrew its bid.
- In late 2015, the CFA confirmed their intention to bid for the 2023 AFC Asian Cup.
- In March 2019 China had officially proposed to bid for the 2023 Asian Cup.
- China has previously hosted the 2004 Asian Cup.
About 2023 AFC Asian Cup:
- The 2023 Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Asian Cup will be the 18th edition of the AFC Asian Cup.
- It is organised by the Asian Football Confederation (AFC).
- The tournament will involve 24 national teams.
Question:
Q. Which country has become the sole contender to host the Asian Cup Football tournament in 2023?a. Japan
b. China
c. Indonesia
d. Malaysia
