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#ACLElite: Vote for your Assist of the Season - Presented by Qatar Airways

Wed, 20 May, 2026

#ACLElite: Vote for your Assist of the Season - Presented by Qatar Airways

Kuala Lumpur: The AFC Champions League Elite™ 2025/26 season delivered breathtaking goals of extraordinary quality, but behind every brilliant finish was often an equally brilliant final pass. 

From defence-splitting through balls to outrageous flicks, improvised touches and training ground perfection, the season produced several world class assists to look back on. Now it's time for you, the fans, to celebrate the creativity, vision and intelligence that lit up the competition by voting for your Assist of the Season - Presented by Qatar Airways. 

We have shortlisted 14 assists and your vote will now decide which one deserves to be crowned the very best of the season. 

Saudi Arabia stay top in latest AFC Men’s Club Competitions Ranking

Tue, 19 May, 2026

Saudi Arabia stay top in latest AFC Men’s Club Competitions Ranking

Kuala Lumpur: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) confirmed its latest AFC Men’s Club Competitions Ranking on Tuesday, following the conclusion of the 2025/26 season.

Saudi Arabia continue to lead the way, with Japan and Korea Republic occupying second and third place respectively.

#ACLElite: Vote for your Future Star of the Season – Presented by NEOM

Sat, 09 May, 2026

#ACLElite: Vote for your Future Star of the Season – Presented by NEOM

Kuala Lumpur: The AFC Champions League Elite 2025/26™ season delivered unforgettable moments, dramatic finishes and the rise of a new generation ready to shape the future of Asian football.

While the continent's biggest stars once again stole headlines, a group of fearless young talents showed they belong on the grand stage. 

So now it's time for you, the fans, to celebrate the future of Asian football by voting for your Future Star of the Season – Presented by NEOM. We have shortlisted 10 players who lit up the competition, and your vote will now decide the season’s standout youngster. 

#AFCU17 - Preview - Group A: MD2

Fri, 08 May, 2026

#AFCU17 - Preview - Group A: MD2

Jeddah: Saudi Arabia and Tajikistan will be out to book their places in the knockout stage from Group A of the AFC U17 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026™ on Saturday.

Saudi Arabia play Thailand while Tajikistan will square off against Myanmar.

#ACLElite – Vote for your Player of the Season - Presented by STA

Mon, 04 May, 2026

#ACLElite – Vote for your Player of the Season - Presented by STA

Kuala Lumpur: The AFC Champions League Elite 2025/26™ season has wrapped up spectacularly, with Al Ahli Saudi FC once again crowned champions. Across the campaign, individual brilliance shaped the narrative.  

And now, from the following list of nominees, you have the chance to decide who truly deserves to be named Player of the Season - Presented by STA 

#ACLElite - Vote for your Best Goal of The Season 2025/26, Presented by VISA

Wed, 29 Apr, 2026

#ACLElite - Vote for your Best Goal of The Season 2025/26, Presented by VISA

Kuala Lumpur: The AFC Champions League Elite 2025/26™ season concluded in style, with Al Ahli Saudi FC successfully defending their crown after another dominant campaign. 

Beyond the silverware, it was a season filled with goals that lit up stadiums across Asia. From stunning solo efforts to intricate team moves, each strike from the nominees tells its own story. Now, it's time for the fans to decide the very best. 

#ACLElite - Facts & Figures

Tue, 28 Apr, 2026

#ACLElite - Facts & Figures

Jeddah: The curtain came down on the AFC Champions League Finals Jeddah 2026™ with Al Ahli Saudi FC defeating FC Machida Zelvia 1-0 in a pulsating final.

It was a decider that had it all and the-AFC.com highlights several facts and figures that caught the eye from a tournament that more than lived up to expectation.

https://www.the-afc.com/en/club/afc_champions_league_elite.html/video/aclelite-|-final-al-ahli-saudi-fc-ksa-1-0-fc-machida-zelvia-jpn

Al Brikan delighted with contribution

Sun, 26 Apr, 2026

Al Brikan delighted with contribution

Jeddah: When Al Ahli Saudi FC needed a hero in the final of the AFC Champions League Finals Jeddah 2026™ on Saturday, Feras Al Brikan stepped up to deliver.

With Al Ahli struggling to find a way past FC Machida Zelvia in a keenly-fought contest at King Abdullah Sports City Stadium, Al Brikan was summoned into the game to replace Enzo Millot in the 62nd minute.

Reduced to 10 men just six minutes later when Zakaria Hawsawi was sent off, Al Ahli kept their belief with Al Brikan delivering by smashing home Franck Kessie’s cutback in extra time to send the fans into delirium.

Jaissle: Al Ahli Saudi's belief, quality delivered historic title

Sun, 26 Apr, 2026

Jaissle: Al Ahli Saudi's belief, quality delivered historic title

Jeddah: Matthias Jaissle expressed pride after guiding Al Ahli Saudi FC to back-to-back continental titles following their 1-0 win against FC Machida Zelvia in the AFC Champions League Elite Finals Jeddah™ on Saturday.

Al Ahli joined cross-town rivals Al Ittihad Club as the only sides to have won the trophy in successive seasons, with Jaissle admitting this year’s triumph had been filled with much tougher challenges.

Kuroda: Machida will learn from bitter lesson

Sun, 26 Apr, 2026

Kuroda: Machida will learn from bitter lesson

Jeddah: Go Kuroda has vowed that FC Machida Zelvia will gain from the heartbreak of losing 1-0 to Al Al Saudi FC in the final of AFC Champions League Elite Finals Jeddah 2026™ on Saturday.

After having matched their star-studded opponents stride for stride, the Japanese side eventually succumbed in extra time to Feras Al Brikan’s strike as Al Ahli successfully retained their title.

Al Ahli’s Kessie named Most Valuable Player

Sun, 26 Apr, 2026

Al Ahli’s Kessie named Most Valuable Player

Jeddah: Franck Kessie was named the Most Valuable Player of the AFC Champions League Elite Finals Jeddah 2026™ after helping Al Ahli Saudi FC defend their title with a 1-0 extra time win against FC Machida Zelvia in the final on Saturday.

The Ivory Coast international carried his impressive form into the final, commanding the midfield with authority and had Al Ahli in total control throughout the match.

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#ACLElite: Vote for your Assist of the Season - Presented by Qatar Airways

Wed, 20 May, 2026

#ACLElite: Vote for your Assist of the Season - Presented by Qatar Airways

Kuala Lumpur: The AFC Champions League Elite™ 2025/26 season delivered breathtaking goals of extraordinary quality, but behind every brilliant finish was often an equally brilliant final pass. 

From defence-splitting through balls to outrageous flicks, improvised touches and training ground perfection, the season produced several world class assists to look back on. Now it's time for you, the fans, to celebrate the creativity, vision and intelligence that lit up the competition by voting for your Assist of the Season - Presented by Qatar Airways. 

We have shortlisted 14 assists and your vote will now decide which one deserves to be crowned the very best of the season. 

#ACLElite: Vote for your Future Star of the Season – Presented by NEOM

Sat, 09 May, 2026

#ACLElite: Vote for your Future Star of the Season – Presented by NEOM

Kuala Lumpur: The AFC Champions League Elite 2025/26™ season delivered unforgettable moments, dramatic finishes and the rise of a new generation ready to shape the future of Asian football.

While the continent's biggest stars once again stole headlines, a group of fearless young talents showed they belong on the grand stage. 

So now it's time for you, the fans, to celebrate the future of Asian football by voting for your Future Star of the Season – Presented by NEOM. We have shortlisted 10 players who lit up the competition, and your vote will now decide the season’s standout youngster. 

#AFCU17 - Preview - Group A: MD2

Fri, 08 May, 2026

#AFCU17 - Preview - Group A: MD2

Jeddah: Saudi Arabia and Tajikistan will be out to book their places in the knockout stage from Group A of the AFC U17 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026™ on Saturday.

Saudi Arabia play Thailand while Tajikistan will square off against Myanmar.

#ACLElite – Vote for your Player of the Season - Presented by STA

Mon, 04 May, 2026

#ACLElite – Vote for your Player of the Season - Presented by STA

Kuala Lumpur: The AFC Champions League Elite 2025/26™ season has wrapped up spectacularly, with Al Ahli Saudi FC once again crowned champions. Across the campaign, individual brilliance shaped the narrative.  

And now, from the following list of nominees, you have the chance to decide who truly deserves to be named Player of the Season - Presented by STA 

#ACLElite - Vote for your Best Goal of The Season 2025/26, Presented by VISA

Wed, 29 Apr, 2026

#ACLElite - Vote for your Best Goal of The Season 2025/26, Presented by VISA

Kuala Lumpur: The AFC Champions League Elite 2025/26™ season concluded in style, with Al Ahli Saudi FC successfully defending their crown after another dominant campaign. 

Beyond the silverware, it was a season filled with goals that lit up stadiums across Asia. From stunning solo efforts to intricate team moves, each strike from the nominees tells its own story. Now, it's time for the fans to decide the very best. 

#ACLElite - Facts & Figures

Tue, 28 Apr, 2026

#ACLElite - Facts & Figures

Jeddah: The curtain came down on the AFC Champions League Finals Jeddah 2026™ with Al Ahli Saudi FC defeating FC Machida Zelvia 1-0 in a pulsating final.

It was a decider that had it all and the-AFC.com highlights several facts and figures that caught the eye from a tournament that more than lived up to expectation.

https://www.the-afc.com/en/club/afc_champions_league_elite.html/video/aclelite-|-final-al-ahli-saudi-fc-ksa-1-0-fc-machida-zelvia-jpn

Al Brikan delighted with contribution

Sun, 26 Apr, 2026

Al Brikan delighted with contribution

Jeddah: When Al Ahli Saudi FC needed a hero in the final of the AFC Champions League Finals Jeddah 2026™ on Saturday, Feras Al Brikan stepped up to deliver.

With Al Ahli struggling to find a way past FC Machida Zelvia in a keenly-fought contest at King Abdullah Sports City Stadium, Al Brikan was summoned into the game to replace Enzo Millot in the 62nd minute.

Reduced to 10 men just six minutes later when Zakaria Hawsawi was sent off, Al Ahli kept their belief with Al Brikan delivering by smashing home Franck Kessie’s cutback in extra time to send the fans into delirium.

Jaissle: Al Ahli Saudi's belief, quality delivered historic title

Sun, 26 Apr, 2026

Jaissle: Al Ahli Saudi's belief, quality delivered historic title

Jeddah: Matthias Jaissle expressed pride after guiding Al Ahli Saudi FC to back-to-back continental titles following their 1-0 win against FC Machida Zelvia in the AFC Champions League Elite Finals Jeddah™ on Saturday.

Al Ahli joined cross-town rivals Al Ittihad Club as the only sides to have won the trophy in successive seasons, with Jaissle admitting this year’s triumph had been filled with much tougher challenges.

Kuroda: Machida will learn from bitter lesson

Sun, 26 Apr, 2026

Kuroda: Machida will learn from bitter lesson

Jeddah: Go Kuroda has vowed that FC Machida Zelvia will gain from the heartbreak of losing 1-0 to Al Al Saudi FC in the final of AFC Champions League Elite Finals Jeddah 2026™ on Saturday.

After having matched their star-studded opponents stride for stride, the Japanese side eventually succumbed in extra time to Feras Al Brikan’s strike as Al Ahli successfully retained their title.

Al Ahli’s Kessie named Most Valuable Player

Sun, 26 Apr, 2026

Al Ahli’s Kessie named Most Valuable Player

Jeddah: Franck Kessie was named the Most Valuable Player of the AFC Champions League Elite Finals Jeddah 2026™ after helping Al Ahli Saudi FC defend their title with a 1-0 extra time win against FC Machida Zelvia in the final on Saturday.

The Ivory Coast international carried his impressive form into the final, commanding the midfield with authority and had Al Ahli in total control throughout the match.

Al Sadd’s Mujica wins Top Goalscorer

Sun, 26 Apr, 2026

Al Sadd’s Mujica wins Top Goalscorer

Jeddah: Rafael Mujica secured the Top Scorer award of the AFC Champions League Elite 2025/26™ after netting eight goals for Qatar’s Al Sadd SC.

The Spaniard’s goals played a major part in Al Sadd reaching the quarter-finals.

Photos

#ACLElite: Vote for your Assist of the Season - Presented by Qatar Airways

Wed, 20 May, 2026

#ACLElite: Vote for your Assist of the Season - Presented by Qatar Airways

Kuala Lumpur: The AFC Champions League Elite™ 2025/26 season delivered breathtaking goals of extraordinary quality, but behind every brilliant finish was often an equally brilliant final pass. 

From defence-splitting through balls to outrageous flicks, improvised touches and training ground perfection, the season produced several world class assists to look back on. Now it's time for you, the fans, to celebrate the creativity, vision and intelligence that lit up the competition by voting for your Assist of the Season - Presented by Qatar Airways. 

We have shortlisted 14 assists and your vote will now decide which one deserves to be crowned the very best of the season. 

#ACLElite: Vote for your Future Star of the Season – Presented by NEOM

Sat, 09 May, 2026

#ACLElite: Vote for your Future Star of the Season – Presented by NEOM

Kuala Lumpur: The AFC Champions League Elite 2025/26™ season delivered unforgettable moments, dramatic finishes and the rise of a new generation ready to shape the future of Asian football.

While the continent's biggest stars once again stole headlines, a group of fearless young talents showed they belong on the grand stage. 

So now it's time for you, the fans, to celebrate the future of Asian football by voting for your Future Star of the Season – Presented by NEOM. We have shortlisted 10 players who lit up the competition, and your vote will now decide the season’s standout youngster. 

#AFCU17 - Preview - Group A: MD2

Fri, 08 May, 2026

#AFCU17 - Preview - Group A: MD2

Jeddah: Saudi Arabia and Tajikistan will be out to book their places in the knockout stage from Group A of the AFC U17 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026™ on Saturday.

Saudi Arabia play Thailand while Tajikistan will square off against Myanmar.

#ACLElite – Vote for your Player of the Season - Presented by STA

Mon, 04 May, 2026

#ACLElite – Vote for your Player of the Season - Presented by STA

Kuala Lumpur: The AFC Champions League Elite 2025/26™ season has wrapped up spectacularly, with Al Ahli Saudi FC once again crowned champions. Across the campaign, individual brilliance shaped the narrative.  

And now, from the following list of nominees, you have the chance to decide who truly deserves to be named Player of the Season - Presented by STA 

#ACLElite - Vote for your Best Goal of The Season 2025/26, Presented by VISA

Wed, 29 Apr, 2026

#ACLElite - Vote for your Best Goal of The Season 2025/26, Presented by VISA

Kuala Lumpur: The AFC Champions League Elite 2025/26™ season concluded in style, with Al Ahli Saudi FC successfully defending their crown after another dominant campaign. 

Beyond the silverware, it was a season filled with goals that lit up stadiums across Asia. From stunning solo efforts to intricate team moves, each strike from the nominees tells its own story. Now, it's time for the fans to decide the very best. 

#ACLElite - Facts & Figures

Tue, 28 Apr, 2026

#ACLElite - Facts & Figures

Jeddah: The curtain came down on the AFC Champions League Finals Jeddah 2026™ with Al Ahli Saudi FC defeating FC Machida Zelvia 1-0 in a pulsating final.

It was a decider that had it all and the-AFC.com highlights several facts and figures that caught the eye from a tournament that more than lived up to expectation.

https://www.the-afc.com/en/club/afc_champions_league_elite.html/video/aclelite-|-final-al-ahli-saudi-fc-ksa-1-0-fc-machida-zelvia-jpn

Al Brikan delighted with contribution

Sun, 26 Apr, 2026

Al Brikan delighted with contribution

Jeddah: When Al Ahli Saudi FC needed a hero in the final of the AFC Champions League Finals Jeddah 2026™ on Saturday, Feras Al Brikan stepped up to deliver.

With Al Ahli struggling to find a way past FC Machida Zelvia in a keenly-fought contest at King Abdullah Sports City Stadium, Al Brikan was summoned into the game to replace Enzo Millot in the 62nd minute.

Reduced to 10 men just six minutes later when Zakaria Hawsawi was sent off, Al Ahli kept their belief with Al Brikan delivering by smashing home Franck Kessie’s cutback in extra time to send the fans into delirium.

Jaissle: Al Ahli Saudi's belief, quality delivered historic title

Sun, 26 Apr, 2026

Jaissle: Al Ahli Saudi's belief, quality delivered historic title

Jeddah: Matthias Jaissle expressed pride after guiding Al Ahli Saudi FC to back-to-back continental titles following their 1-0 win against FC Machida Zelvia in the AFC Champions League Elite Finals Jeddah™ on Saturday.

Al Ahli joined cross-town rivals Al Ittihad Club as the only sides to have won the trophy in successive seasons, with Jaissle admitting this year’s triumph had been filled with much tougher challenges.

Kuroda: Machida will learn from bitter lesson

Sun, 26 Apr, 2026

Kuroda: Machida will learn from bitter lesson

Jeddah: Go Kuroda has vowed that FC Machida Zelvia will gain from the heartbreak of losing 1-0 to Al Al Saudi FC in the final of AFC Champions League Elite Finals Jeddah 2026™ on Saturday.

After having matched their star-studded opponents stride for stride, the Japanese side eventually succumbed in extra time to Feras Al Brikan’s strike as Al Ahli successfully retained their title.

Al Ahli’s Kessie named Most Valuable Player

Sun, 26 Apr, 2026

Al Ahli’s Kessie named Most Valuable Player

Jeddah: Franck Kessie was named the Most Valuable Player of the AFC Champions League Elite Finals Jeddah 2026™ after helping Al Ahli Saudi FC defend their title with a 1-0 extra time win against FC Machida Zelvia in the final on Saturday.

The Ivory Coast international carried his impressive form into the final, commanding the midfield with authority and had Al Ahli in total control throughout the match.

Al Sadd’s Mujica wins Top Goalscorer

Sun, 26 Apr, 2026

Al Sadd’s Mujica wins Top Goalscorer

Jeddah: Rafael Mujica secured the Top Scorer award of the AFC Champions League Elite 2025/26™ after netting eight goals for Qatar’s Al Sadd SC.

The Spaniard’s goals played a major part in Al Sadd reaching the quarter-finals.