Central & South Asia Wrap: Persepolis climb to the top; Istiklol clinch 15th title

Sun, 14 Dec, 2025

Central & South Asia Wrap: Persepolis climb to the top; Istiklol clinch 15th title

Tehran: Persepolis’s six-match unbeaten streak saw them top the Iran Pro League for the first time this season as the league continues to see new challengers to Tractor’s FC crown.

FC Istiklol emerged Tajik League champions for the 12th consecutive time while FK Arkadag are just one match away from their third straight perfect Yokary Liga record.

Join the-AFC.com as we take a look at the past week's domestic action across Central and South Asia.

ASEAN & East Asia Wrap: JDT lift Malaysia FA Cup; Malut stun Persib

Mon, 15 Dec, 2025

ASEAN & East Asia Wrap: JDT lift Malaysia FA Cup; Malut stun Persib

Kuala Lumpur: Johor Darul Ta’zim once again underlined their domestic supremacy with a commanding FA Cup final triumph, adding more silverware to an already dominant campaign.

Malut United landed a major blow in Indonesia by defeating Persib Bandung while in Cambodia, leaders Preah Khan Reach Svay Rieng FC were made to work hard for their point as they were held at home.

Join the-AFC.com as we take a look at the past week's domestic action across ASEAN and East Asia.

#ACLElite - Matchday 6 (East): What they said

Sun, 14 Dec, 2025

#ACLElite - Matchday 6 (East): What they said

Kuala Lumpur: Matchday Six (East) of the AFC Champions League Elite 2025/26™ was a tight affair as the teams battled it out for Round of 16 spots.

There were highs and lows as the race intensified and the-AFC.com listened to what was said after six intense matches.

#ACLElite - Matchday 6 (East): 3 Takeaways

Sat, 13 Dec, 2025

#ACLElite - Matchday 6 (East): 3 Takeaways

Kuala Lumpur: Matchday Six of the AFC Champions League Elite 2025/26™ (East) witnessed intense battles as the race for Round of 16 spots gathered pace.

The-AFC.com highlights three things that caught the eye with the battles to resume in February, 2026.

#ACLTwo - Matchday 6 (East): Facts & Figures

Sat, 13 Dec, 2025

#ACLTwo - Matchday 6 (East): Facts & Figures

Kuala Lumpur: The AFC Champions League Two 2025/26™ Group Stage (East) came to a close this past week, with the continent witnessing agony and ecstasy as qualification was sealed and dreams were dashed.

As the eight teams who advanced to the Round of 16 wait to learn their fate at the draw on December 30, the-AFC.com takes a look at some interesting facts and figures from Matchday Six.

#AFCU23: Test your knowledge

Sun, 14 Dec, 2025

#AFCU23: Test your knowledge

Kuala Lumpur: The AFC U23 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026 is just weeks away and excitement is building.

As the teams get set for what promises to be thrilling action, the-AFC.com invites you - the fans - to test your knowledge of a tournament that has never failed to excite.