Palestinian club Jabal Al Mukaber have withdrawn from the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Cup as a result of the Israel-Gaza conflict, Reuters reports, citing the region’s governing body.
A statement on the AFC’s official website said the Palestine Football Association had informed the Kuala Lumpur-based organisation of Jabal Al Mukaber’s decision to pull out of the continent’s second-tier club competition.
“The AFC notes the club’s withdrawal with regret and the matter has now been referred to the AFC Competitions Committee for relevant further action, including the recognition of force majeure,” the confederation said.
The withdrawal means all of Jabal Al Mukaber’s results will be cancelled and considered null and avoid, in accordance with AFC tournament regulations. The move is the latest to affect Palestinian teams as a result of the conflict.
