Similar to the current September window, the decision of a neutral venue was confirmed in light of the ongoing COVID-19 challenges faced by the Chinese Football Association (CFA) in organising its home matches.
Meanwhile, due to the security situation, Syria’s home tie against Lebanon in Group A on October 12 will be held at the neutral venue of the King Abdullah II Stadium in Amman, Jordan.
The venues for the remaining AFC Asian Qualifiers – Road to Qatar matches not yet announced will be communicated in due course.