US EditionIran's Tractor FC Run Out of Gas to Exit Asian Champions League
Yuri Cesar scored from the spot and Mateusao added a late third as Tractor played with 10 men after a red card.
- On Tuesday, April 14, 2026, Shabab Al Ahli defeated Tractor 3-0 at Faisal Sports City Stadium in Jeddah, advancing to the AFC Champions League Elite quarterfinals.
- Tractor had not played competitive football in 47 days following United States military strikes in Iran last February, severely limiting their preparation.
- Yuri Cesar converted a penalty after a VAR-reviewed elbow by captain Shojae Khalilzadeh; goalkeeper Alireza Beiranvand was dismissed at 51 minutes for fouling Sardar Azmoun.
- Saeid Ezatolahi extended the lead before Brazilian substitute Mateusao scored late, finalizing the 3-0 victory; Shabab now faces Thai club Buriram United this Saturday.
- The Asian Football Confederation recommended expanding the tournament from 24 to 32 clubs for the 2026-27 edition, pending ratification by the Executive Committee.
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