Esteghlal is drawn along with Al-Rayyan of Qatar, Al-Hilal and Winner Play-off West 1in Group D.

Esteghlal has been scheduled to meet Al-Hilal on Feb. 20.

Al-Hilal has already selected Kuwait as neutral country to host Esteghlal.

The match is scheduled for April 16.

The AFC Executive Committee will decide about the two clubs’ bids.

Teams from Saudi Arabia and Iran will meet in neutral venues for AFC Champions League clashes due to political differences.