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There are rumors that Iran may withdraw from the 2026 World Cup, which could give Iraq direct qualification and the UAE a place in the playoffs, amid the absence of official confirmation from FIFA.

Al-Nassr coach Jesus decided to give the players a day off on Sunday after the postponement of the Al-Wasl match, and following the victory over Al-Fayha and the top spot in the Roshan League with 61 points.

Al-Nasr maintains its lead in the Roshan League for the third round, Al-Ahli climbs to second place, while Al-Hilal drops to third place amidst a four-way competition with Al-Qadisiyah for the title and Asian seats.

The Elche vs Espanyol match in the Spanish League was stopped after Moroccan Omar El Hilali complained of racist abuse directed at him by Rafa Mir, before the match ended in a 2-2 draw.

Cristiano Ronaldo is undergoing a medical examination to determine his availability for Al-Nassr's match against Neom in the Roshan League after his injury against Al-Fayha, amid anticipation from the coaching staff led by Jesus.

The La Liga match between Elche and Espanyol was halted after Omar El Helali complained of racist abuse directed at him by Rafa Mir. The referee followed protocol and the match ended in a draw.

Al-Ahli coach Matias Jiesle decided to continue training and give the players a break on Tuesday only in preparation for facing Al-Ittihad in the 25th round of the Saudi Professional League on March 6.

Al-Hilal coach Inzaghi decided to give the players extra rest on Saturday after the postponement of the Asian Al-Sadd match, after which the team will begin preparing to face Al-Najma in the Roshan League.

Al-Hilal coach Inzaghi has instructed the medical staff to prepare Karim Benzema for the match against Al-Najma in the Roshan League, after he recovered from the adductor muscle injury that kept him out of the last two rounds.

Mourinho declares that Prestini's career will end if he is found guilty of racism against Vinicius Junior, amid UEFA investigations and the possibility of the player being suspended for 10 matches.