As an established broadcaster – who operates dedicated sports channels Sport 1, Sport 1 HD and Sport 2 in the region – SIA Sport Media will make major AFC national team and club competitions available in these territories for the first time ever, and offer high-quality broadcasting services via established pay-TV channels.

India talisman Chhetri entered the final hours of the poll trailing Mahmoud, whose header in the 2007 AFC Asian Cup final against Saudi Arabia remains one of the Continental showpiece's most iconic moments.

Spaniard Cazorla, who signed for Al Sadd from Villareal last month, was in his element at the Education City Stadium and will be a joy to watch in the QSL and 2020 AFC Champions League, which resumes on September 14.

Having highlighted many of the standout Asian performers over the past few months, this week the-AFC.com has picked out eight international stars who have helped light up the tournament since arriving at clubs across the Continent.

With candidates from South America, Europe and Africa, there is considerable talent in our selection. So, review the list and vote for your favourite at the bottom of the article.

First-half fireworks gave Tractor a commanding 3-0 lead after 45 minutes, before Esteghlal came charging back into contention with a valiant, but ultimately futile second-half comeback.

Tractor’s win earned them their first trophy since their previous Hazfi Cup win in 2014, with head coach Saket Elhami – who was sent off from the field during the match – leading them to silverware in his first season in charge.

From a wonderfully astute finish in Abu Dhabi on Matchday Three to an equally memorable strike in the final against the might of Urawa Red Diamonds, Khrbin frequently proved unstoppable as the Syrian’s 10 goals saw him finish as the competition’s leading marksman – success powered by his unerring ability to be, more often than not, in the right place at the right time.

The livewire forward’s performances also ensured he was named the 2017 AFC Player of the Year – just reward for a season when he led the line superbly for Ramón Díaz’s charges.

With the latest edition of Asia’s premier club competition nearing its resumption, join the-AFC.com as we take a trip down memory lane to relive Khrbin’s exploits and see exactly why he earned the title – AFC Hotshot.

The 2019 tournament's best goalkeeper has been decided, as have the back four ahead of of him, so now it's time to turn our attention to the more creative as we look back at 10 standout performers.

Champions Al Hilal have made their presence felt in this best XI so far, although with just one contender in the running for the midfield positions, there's a chance for others to stake their claim for a place in the side. So, review the list and don't forget to vote for your favourite at the bottom of the article.