The information was released by Al Mayadeen channel quoting local officials on February 28. Previously, Iranian media reported that a gym in Lamerd was attacked, initially recording more than 15 deaths. IRIB said that there were children in the building when the incident occurred.
The above developments occurred in the context of escalating conflict between Iran and Israel and the US. The security situation directly affects regional sports activities.
The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has announced the postponement of matches of the AFC Champions League and Champions League Two in the western region, scheduled to be held in Doha and Dubai, for the reason of ensuring safety for players, officials and fans.
Some domestic tournaments in the region continue to take place, but many matches in Qatar and Iran have been temporarily suspended or scheduled. The Intercontinental Super Cup scheduled to be held in Doha at the end of March is also facing the possibility of changing plans.
The International Federation of Association Football (FIFA) said it is closely monitoring the situation related to Iran, the team that qualified for the 2026 World Cup. FIFA affirms that it will coordinate with the host countries to ensure the organization and safety of the tournament.
In addition to football, some other international sports events also have disrupted travel plans due to flight schedule changes and airspace closures at some major transit points in the region. The organizers are updating their organization plans depending on actual developments.
