Mohun Bagan Decides Not to Travel to Iran
TEHRAN (Tasnim) - Indian Super League (ISL) champion Mohun Bagan Super Giant will approach the Court of Arbitration for Sports (CAS) for a resolution regarding its travel to Iran for the AFC Champions League Two (ACL 2) matches.
“Mohun Bagan Super Giant prioritizes the safety and well-being of its players, officials, and support staff. Our players and their families have expressed concern over travel to Iran. The Club, after due consideration, is thoughtful of their request for safety,” the club said in a statement.
“After careful consideration of the government advisories and the potential uncovered risks involved, and upholding the players’ sentiments, the Club has approached the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) to seek a fair resolution and safeguard its interests.”
Bagan was scheduled to play Iranian top division side Sepahan away, in the group stage of ACL 2 on September 30.
The Mariners, who secured a direct spot in the ACL 2 after winning the ISL, opened its continental campaign with a 0-1 loss to Ahal FK from Turkmenistan at the Salt Lake Stadium in Kolkata September 16.
They now face two back-to-back away games against Sepahan on September 30 and Jordan’s Al Hussain on October 21.
Last season, The Asian Football Confederation announced that Mohun Bagan was “considered to have withdrawn from the AFC Champions League Two” tournament after the team did not travel to Iran for Group B match against Tractor.
