ASEAN & East Asia Wrap: Borneo held; JDT stay flawless

Kuala Lumpur: It was another defining week across ASEAN as late drama in Indonesia saw Persebaya deny Borneo FC maximum points in a pulsating draw that kept the Liga 1 title race finely balanced.

West Asia Wrap: Al Ain continue to sizzle

Dubai: Al Ain FC moved five points clear at the top of the UAE Pro League with victory against Al Ittihad Kalba.

Central & South Asia Wrap: Sepahan’s turn at the top; Arkadag end season with perfect record

Tehran: Foolad Mobarakeh Sepahan SC moved to the top of the Iran Pro League after a nine-match unbeaten run to take over from previous leaders Persepolis, whose reign only lasted a week.

Preview: Sharjah FC (UAE) v Al Hilal SFC (KSA)

Sharjah: Sharjah FC will be on a mission to achieve what no team has been able to do this season - defeat Al Hilal SFC in the AFC Champions League Elite 2025/26™ - when the teams meet on Monday.

Preview: Tractor FC (IRN) v Al Duhail SC (QAT)

Tabriz: Tractor FC will confirm their Round of 16 spot with victory against Al Duhail SC when the sides meet in the AFC Champions League Elite 2025/26™ on Monday.

AFC to introduce Nations League to enhance development opportunities

Kuala Lumpur: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening National Team football across the Continent with plans to introduce an AFC Nations League in the coming period, as part of its ongoing efforts to enhance development opportunities for its Member Associations (MAs) and establish a more structured and sustainable international match framework.