TOKYO – Asian football’s ruling body on Sunday announced the postponement of continental club championship playoffs scheduled in the Middle East amid security concerns sparked by the United States’ and Israel’s attack on Iran.
The Asian Football Confederation said the Asian Champions League Elite round of 16 games scheduled for Monday and Tuesday in the West region will be rescheduled.
The East region matches, in which Japanese clubs Machida Zelvia, Sanfrecce Hiroshima and Vissel Kobe are involved, will go ahead as planned.
Alternate dates for the postponed matches have yet to be announced.
“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 AFC said in a statement.