Bahrain set for Thailand’s King’s Cup in November
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Bahrain's national football team is expected to take part in the 52nd King's Cup in Thailand this November after reportedly accepting an invitation to the annual tournament. The decision would mean Bahrain are unlikely to feature in the West Asian Football Federation (WAFF) Championship, which is also scheduled for the same month.
The nationals would have entered the WAFF Championship as defending champions, having won the title in its most recent edition in 2019. However, the competition has been postponed several times in recent years and now faces further uncertainty following reports of Oman's withdrawal as host.
The King's Cup, organised by the Football Association of Thailand, is an invitation-only tournament for four national teams. It is expected to form part of Bahrain's preparations for the AFC Asian Cup 2027, scheduled for January and February.
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