[80001] Drama surrounding Persepolis' participation in the Asian Champions League
[80001] Drama surrounding Persepolis' participation in the Asian Champions League
The management of the Iranian club Persepolis declares that the team will not participate in Asian competitions in the upcoming season following licensing issues.
A blow to Persepolis: The team will not participate in the Champions League
According to reports in the Iranian sports channels Varzesh 3 and Varzesh3, a negative decision is emerging for the powerhouse club Persepolis regarding its participation in the Asian Champions League for the 2026 season.
A senior official at the club, Zarei, stated firmly that "Persepolis definitely will not be Asian" (translated to Hebrew: Persepolis definitely will not be Asian). The remarks were made against the backdrop of the club's immediate need to make fateful decisions regarding its future, with Zarei noting that the management is required to "choose between Gol Gohar and Chadormalu," apparently in the context of professional or regulatory licensing issues that prevent the team from participating in the international competition.
These sources, which are identified with intensive coverage of the Iranian Pro League, emphasize that this is a final decision that affects the status of one of the most decorated clubs in Iran in the continental arena.