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AFC Recognizes Mohun Bagan's Withdrawal from ACL Match as Force Majeure

AFC Recognizes Mohun Bagan’s Withdrawal from ACL Match as Force Majeure

By November 2, 2024 0

Mohun Bagan Super Giant (MBSG), a prominent Indian football club, has received recognition from the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) for its withdrawal from the AFC Champions League 2 match against Tractor FC in Iran last month. The club cited concerns over player safety and security amidst the volatile situation in the West Asian nation.

The AFC initially withdrew MBSG from the tournament pending a decision on the matter. However, after reviewing the club’s appeal, the AFC Competitions Committee has now acknowledged the force majeure event. This means that MBSG will not face any penalties under clause 5.7 of the AFC Champions League 2 Competition Regulations.

However, as per clauses 5.5 and 5.6 of the regulations, MBSG remains withdrawn from the tournament for the ongoing season. The club was scheduled to face Tractor FC on October 2 in a Group A match of the ACL, the continent’s second-tier club competition.

MBSG’s decision to withdraw was prompted by the players’ reluctance to travel to Iran following the death of a prominent general of the Revolutionary Guard in an Israeli air strike. The situation escalated with Iran launching missiles on Israel, heightening political tensions between the two countries.

The AFC had previously rescheduled matches across its tournaments due to the security situation in Iran. However, MBSG accused the continental football body of “unequal treatment” after it was withdrawn from competitions while other matches were rescheduled.

The recognition of MBSG’s force majeure event by the AFC is a significant development. It acknowledges the club’s concerns for player safety and security and ensures that it will not face any penalties for its withdrawal. However, MBSG’s withdrawal from the tournament for the ongoing season remains a disappointment for the club and its fans.

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Mohun Bagan Super Giant Withdraws from AFC Champions League 2

Mohun Bagan Super Giant Withdraws from AFC Champions League 2

By October 7, 2024 0

Mohun Bagan Super Giant, the Indian football club, has been deemed to have withdrawn from the AFC Champions League 2 after declining to travel to Iran for their match against Tractor FC. The decision was made due to concerns over the safety and security of the players amidst the volatile situation in Iran at the time.

According to the Asian Football Confederation (AFC), Mohun Bagan’s withdrawal is in accordance with Article 5.2 of the AFC Champions League 2 Competition Regulations. As a result, all matches played by the club have been canceled and declared null and void. The points and goals from these matches will not be considered in determining the final rankings in Group A.

Mohun Bagan’s decision to withdraw came after 35 registered players, including seven foreigners, expressed their unwillingness to travel to Iran. The club subsequently wrote to the AFC, requesting a rescheduling or relocation of the match to a neutral venue. However, the request was not granted.

In their first match of Group A, Mohun Bagan had played out a goalless draw against Tajikistan’s FC Ravshan. The club’s withdrawal from the competition is a significant setback for Indian football, as it deprives the country of representation in the continent’s second-tier club competition.

The matter will now be referred to the relevant AFC Committee(s) for further decision-making. The AFC has stated that the safety and security of players is paramount and that it will take appropriate measures to ensure the well-being of all participants in its competitions.

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Mohun Bagan Withdraws from AFC Champions League Match in Iran Over Safety Concerns

Mohun Bagan Withdraws from AFC Champions League Match in Iran Over Safety Concerns

By September 30, 2024 0

Mohun Bagan Super Giant, an Indian football club, has withdrawn from their AFC Champions League match against Tractor FC in Iran due to safety concerns amid the ongoing tensions in the region. The club’s decision was prompted by the unwillingness of its players to travel to Iran following the death of a prominent Iranian general in an Israeli air strike.

Mohun Bagan was scheduled to face Tractor FC on Wednesday in Tabriz, Iran. However, the club received letters from its 35 registered players, including seven foreigners, expressing their reluctance to play in Iran at this time. The players cited the volatile situation in the country and the state of mourning declared by the Iranian government.

“We have decided to not travel to Iran keeping our players’ safety and security in mind, because that is paramount,” said a Mohun Bagan source. “We have also written to the ministry of external affairs as their advisory states that you can go to Iran or Israel on your own responsibility.”

The club has requested the Asian Football Federation (AFC) to either reschedule the match or move it to a neutral venue. Mohun Bagan had booked flights and arranged hotel accommodation for the trip, but the safety concerns of its players took precedence.

In their first match of Group A, Mohun Bagan played out a goalless draw against Tajikistan’s FC Ravshan. Tractor FC leads the standings with a 3-0 win over Qatar’s Al-Wakrah SC.

The decision by Mohun Bagan highlights the challenges faced by sports teams traveling to regions with political instability. The safety and well-being of players and staff must always be the top priority, and clubs must make informed decisions based on the latest information and advice from relevant authorities.

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Iranian Javelin Thrower Disqualified from Paralympics Final

Iranian Javelin Thrower Disqualified from Paralympics Final

By September 8, 2024 0

Iranian athlete Sadegh Beit Sayah’s Paralympic dream was shattered on Saturday when he was disqualified from the men’s javelin throw F41 final in Paris. The disqualification came after Sayah had set a new Paralympic record with a throw of 47.64 meters in his fifth attempt.

The F41 category is for athletes with short stature. Sayah’s disqualification was due to a violation of rule 8.1 of the World Para Athletics Rules and Regulations (Code of Conduct and Ethics). The rule states that “World Para Athletics (WPA) is committed to maintaining the highest standards of integrity, ethics, and conduct in the sport of Para athletics. All participants in the sport, including athletes, coaches, officials, and administrators, have a responsibility to uphold these standards and ensure that the sport is conducted in a fair, honest, and transparent manner.”

The Paris Paralympics committee has not revealed the specific reason for Sayah’s disqualification. However, fans have speculated that it may have been due to his display of a black flag with Arabic text in red during the competition.

The disqualification was a major blow to Sayah, who had been favored to win the gold medal. It also marked a disappointing end to the Paralympics for Iran, which had hoped to finish among the top 10 in the medal standings.

Meanwhile, India’s Navdeep Singh benefited from Sayah’s disqualification. Singh, who had originally finished fourth, was awarded the gold medal. It was a redemption arc for Singh, who had finished fourth in the same event at the Tokyo Paralympics.

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