The postponement of the Asian Cup from January to December 2027 is not a surprise, but it does create issues for Korean football, adding more uncertainty to the national team. The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) made the announcement on Tuesday. Saudi Arabia, the host nation, has come under attack from the Yemen-based Houthis. Missile strikes on airports and other targets in Riyadh, Jeddah and elsewhere meant that it was not the right time to host a major international football tournament. The AFC made the right call with just weeks left before Korea was due to play against Yemen in Jeddah on Jan. 10. It, at least, ends the growing uncertainty and speculation around whether the tournament would go ahead and means that everyone has clarity — off the field at least. On it, the decision creates complications for the 24 participating teams, especially Korea. The Taeguk Warriors have an interim coach in charge. Robert Moreno was given the job in September until the end of November on an interim basis. The Spanish coach was also given six games to show what he could do. Four of those hav