Why did Al Ittihad refuse to play the Asian Champions League match

The team of Karim Benzema, N’Golo Kanté and Fabinho are protesting against the presence of a bust of former Iranian leader Qasem Soleimani.

Kante's and Benzema's Al-Ittihad refuse to play Champions League tie due to a controversial bust

Benzema's misfiring All-Ittihad beaten in Asian Champions League

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Moment Celtic hero Jota wins fans over as he returns to team and Al-Ittihad coach BOOED for taking him off

Saudi-Iran Asian Champions League game cancelled in row over Soleimani bust, Football News

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