According to the Tehran Times, the 16 strong cast were divided into four groups in the seventh edition of the tournament, which begins on January 6th, 2026.
Hosts and 2022 champion Saudi Arabia will win 2018 runner-up Vietnam, Jordan and debutant Kyrgyzstan for Group A company.
Two-time defending champion Japan must compete with 2024 hosts in Group B, Qatar, the United Arab Emirates and Syria.
Wanting to deny Uzbekistan, which unveiled the trophy in 2018, progress from Group C will be the 2020 Champions Korea, Iran and Lebanon, making their first appearance in the final.
Group D Top Seed and 2013 champion Iraq must overcome the challenges of Australia, Thailand and China PR.
The top two finishers of each group will advance to the knockout stage, with the final showdown being contested on January 24, 2026.
Draw the result
Group A: Saudi Arabia, Vietnam, Jordan, Kyrgyzstan
Group B: Japan, Qatar, United Arab Emirates, Syria
Group C: Uzbekistan, South Korea, Iran, Lebanon
Group D: Iraq, Australia, Thailand, China
MNA