The ongoing conflict between USA-Israel and Iran has had a direct effect on AFC club competitions, with several of their matches being indefinitely postponed or rescheduled. Al Nassr, led by Cristiano Ronaldo, is one of the teams affected by the conflict.
What are the matches affected by the conflict?
AFC Champions League Elite
- Shabab AlAhli vs Tractor
- Al Duhail vs Al Ahli Saudi
- Al Wahda vs Al Ittihad
- Al Sadd vs Al Hilal
AFC Champions League Two
- Al Ahli vs Al Hussein
- Al Wasl vs Al Nassr
AFC Challenge League
- Al Ansar FC vs FC Muran United
- Al Shabab Club vs Kuwait SC
What is the main reason for the postponement?
The Middle East region has been on high alert since Saturday, when the United States and Israel launched air strikes on Iran. The Iranians retaliated by attacking targets around the region, including in the UAE, Qatar and Saudi Arabia.
On Saturday night, Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei died following a major attack by Israel and the United States.
What is AFC saying?
“The AFC will continue to closely monitor this rapidly evolving situation and remains resolute in ensuring the safety and security of all players, teams, officials and fans,” the competition’s governing body said in a statement on Sunday.
Meanwhile, with the AFC Women’s Asian Cup kicking off on Sunday, the confederation offered support to the IR Iran women’s national team.
“The AFC’s foremost priority remains the welfare, safety and security of all players, coaches, officials and fans. In this regard, we are in close and regular contact with the IR Iran women’s national team and officials in Gold Coast, and are offering our full support and assistance,” it said in a statement.
Published on Mar 01, 2026
