Why did Al Ittihad refuse to play the Asian Champions League match

The team of Karim Benzema, N’Golo Kanté and Fabinho are protesting against the presence of a bust of former Iranian leader Qasem Soleimani.

Al Ittihad are refusing to play AFC Champions League game vs Sepahan

Why Karim Benzema's Al-Ittihad refused to play against Iranian team in Asian Champions League - Sports News

What is the reason for canceling the match between Al-Ittihad and Sepahan in the 2024 AFC Champions League? - Dzair Sport

Ten-man Al-Nassr secure spot in Asian Champions League last 16, Sports

Why did Al Ittihad refuse to play the Asian Champions League match in Iran? - AS USA

Iran's Foreign Minister Downplays Saudi Soccer Spat, Touts Good Relations - I24NEWS

Saudi football champions Al Ittihad sack coach Nuno Santo over poor results, Football News

Al-Ittihad Club's Asian Champions League Match Abandoned Over Controversial Statue

Diplomatic accord lets Saudi clubs with Ronaldo and Neymar go to Iran for Asian Champions League - The San Diego Union-Tribune

Saudi soccer team refuses to play in Iran over busts of slain general, in potential diplomatic row