Iran says Canada’s football friendly cancellation political
By AFP
May 28, 2022
TEHRAN: Tehran on Friday said “politics” was behind the decision by Canadian football authorities to cancel a friendly against Iran in preparation for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 finals.
“Canada’s decision to call off a friendly with Iran is testimony to the fact” that it “can’t keep politics off the pitch”, Kazem Gharibabadi, vice-president of Iran’s judiciary tweeted.
Canada’s game against Iran in Vancouver on June 5 was seen by Canadian football authorities as pivotal to preparations for the finals to be held in Qatar later this year.
-
Why Kate Middleton, Prince William Opt For ‘show Stopping Style’ -
Here's Why Leonardo DiCaprio Will Not Attend This Year's 'Actors Award' Despite Major Nomination -
Ethan Hawke Reflects On Hollywood Success As Fifth Oscar Nomination Arrives -
Tom Cruise Feeling Down In The Dumps Post A Series Of Failed Romances: Report -
'The Pitt' Producer Reveals Why He Was Nervous For The New Ep Of Season Two -
Maggie Gyllenhaal Gets Honest About Being Jealous Of Jake Gyllenhaal -
'Bridgerton' Star Luke Thompson Gets Honest About Season Five -
Prince William On Verge Of Breakdown Because Of 'disgraced' Andrew -
Tig Notaro Reflects On Oscar Nod For 'Come See Me In The Good Light': 'I Was Sleeping' -
Kenyon Sadiq Sets 40-yard Dash Record At NFL Scouting Combine, Eyes First Round -
Talk Show Host Drops Hint About Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce Wedding Date -
Andrew Scandal Brings New Worries For Prince Harry, Meghan Markle -
King Charles Imposes New Restrictions On Ex-Prince Andrew In Surprise Move -
Chris Hemsworth Reveals How Elsa Pataky Guides His Career Moves -
Was Travis Barker In A Relationship With Kim Kardashian Before Marrying Her Sister? -
Brad Pitt Feeling Down In The Dumps After Kids' Snubs As Pals Continue To Paint Angelina Jolie A Villain