Preview - MD3: Al Gharafa (QAT) v Al Wasl Club (UAE)

Wed, 23 Oct, 2024

Preview - MD3: Al Gharafa (QAT) v Al Wasl Club (UAE)

Al Khor: Al Gharafa and Al Wasl Club will be on a mission to strengthen their claims for a spot in the knockout stage when they meet in the AFC Champions League Elite™ 2024/25 on Tuesday.

Both are on three points and victory on Tuesday will keep them not only ahead of the teams below them but could also vault them further up the standings.

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Preview - MD3: Shandong Taishan FC (CHN) v Yokohama F. Marinos (JPN)

Tue, 22 Oct, 2024

Preview - MD3: Shandong Taishan FC (CHN) v Yokohama F. Marinos (JPN)

Jinan: Shandong Taishan will be aiming to bounce back when they face Yokohama F. Marinos in the AFC Champions League Elite™ 2024/25 on Tuesday.

Both sides are on three points after having endured a mixed start to their respective campaigns.

Preview - MD3: Buriram United (THA) v Pohang Steelers (KOR)

Tue, 22 Oct, 2024

Preview - MD3: Buriram United (THA) v Pohang Steelers (KOR)

Buriram: Buriram United will relish the visit of Pohang Steelers when the two sides face off in the AFC Champions League Elite™ 2024/25 on Tuesday.

Thailand's Buriram have got off to a fast start, sitting third in the standings on four points with three-time Asian champions Pohang one adrift.

Preview - MD3: Gwangju FC (KOR) v Johor Darul Ta’zim (MAS)

Tue, 22 Oct, 2024

Preview - MD3: Gwangju FC (KOR) v Johor Darul Ta’zim (MAS)

Yongin: Gwangju FC will be out to maintain their perfect start when they host Johor Darul Ta'zim in the AFC Champions League Elite™ 2024/25 on Tuesday.

The debutant side from Korea Republic registered impressive wins against Japan's Yokohama F. Marinos and Kawasaki Frontale in their first two fixtures but can expect to be tested by Malaysian champions Johor Darul Ta'zim, who have also got off to a good start.

Preview - MD3: Shanghai Port FC (CHN) v Central Coast Mariners (AUS)

Tue, 22 Oct, 2024

Preview - MD3: Shanghai Port FC (CHN) v Central Coast Mariners (AUS)

Shanghai: Shanghai Port FC and Central Coast Mariners will both be equally desperate for maximum points when they face off in the AFC Champions League Elite™ 2024/25 on Tuesday.

China PR's Shanghai Port only have a point from two matches while Australia's Mariners opened their campaign with two defeats.

#ACLTwo - Preview: Matchday 3

Mon, 21 Oct, 2024

#ACLTwo - Preview: Matchday 3

Kuala Lumpur: The AFC Champions League Two™ 2024-2025 returns for Matchday Three action with all teams still very much in with a chance of sealing progression.

The top two finishers from each group will advance to the Round of 16, setting the stage for another matchday filled with high octane action.

Join the-AFC.com as we take a look at what lies in store for us over the coming days.

#ChallengeLeague contenders gear up for Group Stage battles

Fri, 18 Oct, 2024

#ChallengeLeague contenders gear up for Group Stage battles

Kuala Lumpur: The Continent’s aspiring teams will embark on their quest for glory when the keenly anticipated AFC Challenge League™ 2024/25 season gets underway on Saturday, October 26.

Set to shine the light on Asia’s emerging leagues, the revamped third tier men’s club competition comprises 18 teams in its inaugural edition. The Group Stage, featuring three groups of four teams each from the West and two groups involving three teams each from the East, will be played in a centralised league format.

East Asia Wrap: Shanghai Shenhua in pole position; Ulsan held

Mon, 21 Oct, 2024

East Asia Wrap: Shanghai Shenhua in pole position; Ulsan held

Shanghai: The Chinese Super League (CSL) title race is set for a thrilling conclusion after Shanghai Shenhua mounted a dramatic 2-1 comeback victory over Henan FC, leapfrogging leaders Shanghai Port, who were stunned 3-1 at home to Chengdu Rongcheng.

In Korea Republic, Ulsan HD’s lead was reduced to four points after a goalless draw with Gimcheon Sanmu while in Japan, Sanfrecce Hiroshima missed the chance to go four clear at the top after stumbling 2-1 against Shonan Bellmare.

There was also action in Hong Kong, so join the-AFC.com as we recap the past week's domestic action across East Asia.

West Asia Wrap: Al Hilal stay perfect; Al Duhail back on winning trail

Mon, 21 Oct, 2024

West Asia Wrap: Al Hilal stay perfect; Al Duhail back on winning trail

Doha: Al Hilal SFC registered their seventh consecutive win to maintain a tight grip on the Saudi Pro League 2024/25 standings.

Al Duhail SC returned to winning ways to stay ahead in the Qatar Stars League while matches were also played in Bahrain, Jordan, Kuwait and Oman.

Join the-AFC.com as we take a look at how the past week's domestic action unfolded across West Asia.

Central & South Asia Wrap: Mohun Bagan Super Giant shine in Kolkata Derby

Mon, 21 Oct, 2024

Central & South Asia Wrap: Mohun Bagan Super Giant shine in Kolkata Derby

Kolkata: Mohun Bagan Super Giant made merry to beat East Bengal in the 400th Kolkata Derby, Asia’s oldest derby with a history of over 100 years, while Aluminium Arak halted Foolad’s streak in the Iran Pro League.

In Uzbekistan, Nasaf stayed on top despite splitting points while Abdysh-Ata Kant continued their domination in Kyrgyz Republic.

The-AFC.com brings you a wrap of all domestic league matches played in the week across Central and South Asia.

ASEAN Wrap: Macarthur make stunning start in A-League

Mon, 21 Oct, 2024

ASEAN Wrap: Macarthur make stunning start in A-League

Sydney: Australia’s A-League Men’s season kicked off in style over the past week with Macarthur FC making an impressive start.

Slim wins for Bali United and Buriram United saw them hold their own at the top of the Indonesia Liga 1 and Thai League 1 respectively.

Domestic action also took place in Malaysia, Singapore, Vietnam, Laos, Myanmar, Cambodia, Brunei Darussalam and Philippines, so join the-AFC.com as we recap the domestic excitement across Southeast Asia this past week.