AFC Moves October 15 Qatar vs Iran Match to UAE

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Friday, October 11th 2024 10:30 AM

KUALA LUMPUR: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) announced on Thursday that the Group A World Cup Qualifier between Qatar and Iran, scheduled for October 15, will take place at a neutral venue in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).   This decision follows extensive discussions with FIFA and relevant stakeholders, considering the current security situation. The match is set to kick off at 8 p.m. local time, with the exact venue in the UAE to be confirmed soon.