After three dramatic matches on Monday, the action continues with a full four-match schedule on Tuesday, and there’s plenty of news, reaction and previews to keep you occupied between now and kick-off time.

In particular, Shaikh Salman discussed how the resumption of matches in the western region of the AFC Champions League in Qatar honours frontline healthcare workers who have worked tirelessly across the continent to limit the spread of COVID-19. He described them as true champions who have worked to quell the pandemic with the highest levels of proficiency, professionalism, sacrifice and bravery.

The AFC President also added that all the required preparations have been made to ensure that the tournament returns in a manner that reflects the high standing of Asian football, and in particular for one of its most prestigious competitions.

Shaikh Salman stressed, in particular, that tournament preparations focus on the health of participants, and that the safety of everyone remains the top priority. This includes putting in place a series of stringent measures and protocols to ensure the wellbeing of all involved.

With regards to Qatar’s hosting the remaining matches of the western region of the AFC Champions League, Shaikh Salman spoke about the country’s exceptional capabilities that are in place to host major sporting events. In particular, the advanced infrastructure of the FIFA World Cup 2022™ stadiums – all of which have been designed and built to the highest standards.

The AFC president concluded by thanking the Qatari stakeholders for their cooperation to ensure that the tournament is delivered to the highest international standards. Shaikh Salman also encouraged all participating teams to reflect this level of excellence on the pitch as well.

Second half substitute Hattan Bahebri scored a late winner to steer the defending champions to a third consecutive victory as the Saudi Arabia club took spot in the group and edged closer to the knockout stage.

Captain Abdullah Al Mayouf said Al Hilal, missing six players who had tested positive for COVID-19, didn't start the match well but managed to take advantage of their numerical superiority to win.

With the score tied at 0-0 and with four minutes left on the clock, Marin took matters into his own hands, forcing his way through the heart of the opposition defence and getting on the end of Abdulrahman Ghareeb’s return pass to slot home, settling the tie and earning the Player of the Match award.

The result meant Al Ahli have six points and with three games left to play, a top-two finish secured for the Saudis following the AFC’s COVID-19 sub committee’s decision to consider Al Wahda FSCC withdrawn and annul their results.

Second half substitute Harib Abdallah Suhail scored the only goal of the night with 15 minutes remaining to give the UAE side their first three points of their 2020 AFC Champions League campaign.

The 2015 AFC Footballer of the Year Khalil said victory was important for his side, especially after the extended stoppage due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Nam, who plays for Qatar's Al Sadd, has already played in two of the three venues and the experience left him wanting more, with the 29-year-old having scored in two of those stadiums - the Al Janoub and Khalifa International - with the Education City Stadium the third FIFA World Cup venue being used for the 2020 AFC Champions League.