NEW DELHI, Jan. 24 (Xinhua) -- Hosts India's match against Chinese Taipei at the ongoing AFC Women's Asian Cup was canceled on Sunday after several players tested positive for COVID-19.
"Following several positive cases of COVID-19, India failed to name the required minimum of 13 players for the Group A match against Chinese Taipei. India were therefore unable to participate in the match and the full provisions of Article 4.1 will apply," said an official statement.
It was learnt that almost a dozen members of the Indian camp tested positive for COVID-19, leaving them with no other option but to pull out of the match.
A total of 12 Asian teams are participating in the tournament.
Earlier in the day, China defeated Iran 7-0 for their second consecutive win at the tournament. ■
