Archive · 26 Sep 2025
Mohun Bagan Uncertain About AFC Champions League Trip to Iran
Mohun Bagan, an Indian football team, is unsure if they will play a match in Iran.
The team is worried about the safety of traveling to Iran.
They asked if they could play the game later or in a different place.
The AFC, which runs the tournament, says Iran is safe.
If Mohun Bagan doesn't go, they could be kicked out of the tournament.
Some players have expressed their safety concerns.
Visas have been issued by Iran.
This situation could affect Indian teams in future tournaments.
Mohun Bagan is hesitant to travel to Iran for an AFC Champions League 2 match.
Players have expressed safety concerns about traveling to Iran.
Mohun Bagan requested a postponement or neutral venue, but the AFC rejected it.
The AFC insists Iran is safe and promises security arrangements.
Refusal to travel could lead to AFC sanctions and jeopardize future participation.
- Who
- Mohun Bagan, AFC, Sepahan SC
- What
- Uncertainty surrounding Mohun Bagan's travel to Iran for an AFC Champions League match.
- When
- Match scheduled for September 30
- Where
- Iran
- Why
- Mohun Bagan players' concerns about safety and security; potential sanctions.
- Event
- Mohun Bagan's AFC Champions League 2 match against Sepahan SC
- Date
- September 30
- Location
- Iran
- Concern
- Safety and security in Iran
- Mohun Bagan's Request
- Postponement or neutral venue
- AFC's Stance
- Iran is safe; match to proceed