Esteghlal defeated Al-Rayyan 2-0 in Doha, advancing as Iran’s only team in the AFC Champions League knockout stage.
Coronavirus is Everywhere: This Week in Middle Eastern Football
The Coronavirus has struck hard on world football in the past week, and the Middle East is no different. A full list of the region’s countries and the impact COVID-19 has on them.
Coronavirus in Iran: All Football Activities Postponed
With 78,994 cases worldwide and 2,470 casualties, Coronavirus is now impacting football. After the virus abolished the Chinese football schedule completely, caused a full postponement of matches in Northern Italy, it is taking over Iran.