4 November 2026
World Football Summit (WFS) has decided to postpone WFS Riyadh, originally scheduled for 27–28 January 2027, following the AFC’s decision to reschedule the AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027. The event will now take place during the rescheduled tournament, with new dates to be announced shortly.
This was not an easy decision, and one we have given careful consideration during these difficult times.
Our commitment to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia and the wider region is unchanged. Holding WFS Riyadh during Asia’s biggest football tournament will bring the global football industry together at the moment the region takes centre stage.
In the meantime, we will keep working with our partners in Saudi Arabia, across the region and throughout the global WFS community to keep the industry close and connected.
We thank you, our partners, speakers and attendees, for your understanding and continued support. We will be in touch with each of you individually.
WORLD FOOTBALL SUMMIT TEAM