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Persepolis players huddle ahead of the AFC Champions League finals football match between Iran's Persepolis and Korea's Ulsan Hyundai on December 19, 2020. (AFP/File Photo)

Iran’s Persepolis, Esteghlal expelled from 2022 AFC Champions League

  • Two giants of Asian football, Gol Gahar Sirjan F.C. have licenses to play in 32-team tournament revoked over logistical concerns
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Saudi champions Al-Hilal beat Esteghlal to reach last eight of AFC Champions League

Saudi champions Al-Hilal beat Esteghlal to reach last eight of AFC Champions League

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Iranian football’s Esteghlal suffer 12 positive cornavirus tests

Iranian football’s Esteghlal suffer 12 positive cornavirus tests

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Winfried Schaefer says Al-Hilal are 'favorites' for AFC Champions League clash with Esteghlal

Winfried Schaefer says Al-Hilal are 'favorites' for AFC Champions League clash with Esteghlal

By John Duerden ·

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