# Iranian clubs to face Qatar and UAE sides at neutral venues in Champions League

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- Al Jazeera, 2026-08-18 15:14 UTC
- Sports
- Original: https://www.aljazeera.com/sports/2026/8/18/iran-clubs-to-play-qatar-and-uae-champions-league-games-at-neutral-venues?traffic_source=rss

> Iranian clubs Esteghlal and Tractor will play their Asian Champions League Elite matches against teams from Qatar and the UAE at neutral venues amid the ongoing regional conflict. Iran’s domestic league resumed last weekend after being suspended in February, with the first match played behind closed doors and other games subject to capacity limits.