Navidkia apologetic after Sepahan's early exit

Wed, 27 Apr, 2022

Navidkia apologetic after Sepahan's early exit

Buraidah: Head coach Moharram Navidkia apologised to Sepahan fans after his side crashed out of the AFC Champions League™ 2022 following a 5-2 defeat by Al Duhail on the final matchday of Group D on Tuesday.

Sepahan needed a win coupled with their direct rivals Al Taawoun dropping points to move into second place, but while the Saudi side did lose to Pakhtakor later in the night, Navidkia’s men were unable to complete the task at hand, falling to a comprehensive defeat at King Abdullah Sports City Stadium.

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Group I: Ulsan Hyundai edge Kawasaki Frontale in thriller

Thu, 28 Apr, 2022

Group I: Ulsan Hyundai edge Kawasaki Frontale in thriller

Johor Bahru: Ulsan Hyundai have resurrected their hopes of a place in the AFC Champions League™ 2022 Round of 16 after the Korea Republic side powered to a hard-earned 3-2 victory over Kawasaki Frontale in a captivating Group I encounter at the Tan Sri Dato' Hj Hassan Yunos Stadium on Wednesday.

In a congested race for the sole automatic qualification spot, the K League leaders leaped over their Japanese rivals to go top of the group on 10 points and their destiny now rests firmly on their shoulders with victory against Johor Darul Ta’zim on the final match day on Saturday confirming their place in the Round of 16.

Ahal FC proud of historic victory, Al Gharafa look towards future

Wed, 27 Apr, 2022

Ahal FC proud of historic victory, Al Gharafa look towards future

Jeddah: Ahal FC head coach Rovshen Muhadov said their historic victory in the AFC Champions League™ 2022 will be a springboard for the club and players to improve.

The Turkmenistan debutants secured a convincing 4-2 win over Al Gharafa with Arslanmurat Amanov starring with a hat-trick on the final matchday on Tuesday. 

It was the club’s first win of the campaign which saw them finish last in Group C on four points, one behind Al Gharafa.

Foolad Khouzestan's Nekounam pleads for time, Ali seeks Shabab Al Ahli improvement

Wed, 27 Apr, 2022

Foolad Khouzestan's Nekounam pleads for time, Ali seeks Shabab Al Ahli improvement

Jeddah: Foolad Khouzestan FC head coach Javad Nekounam is uncertain of his future despite leading his side to the AFC Champions League™ 2022 Round of 16 without losing a single match. 

Foolad are the onlyIslamic Republic of Iran side to advance to the next stage and they did so in sensational fashion by topping Group C on 12 points after a 1-1 draw against Shabab Al Ahli Dubai on Tuesday. 

Al Abed applauds Al Shabab’s winning mentality

Wed, 27 Apr, 2022

Al Abed applauds Al Shabab’s winning mentality

Riyadh: Captain Nawaf Al Abed praised his Al Shabab teammates for showing maturity in defeating UAE's Al Jazira 2-0 in Group B of the AFC Champions League™ 2022 on Tuesday. 

After a goalless first half at the Prince Faisal bin Fahd Stadium, John Mary and Paulinho provided the goals to steer Al Shabab to the fifth win of their campaign.

Pakhtakor's final bow delights Vojneski

Wed, 27 Apr, 2022

Pakhtakor's final bow delights Vojneski

Buraidah: Pakhtakor head coach Slavce Vojneski was delighted with his team’s display in their final Group D game in the AFC Champions League™ 2022, which ended in a thrilling 5-4 win for them against Al Taawoun FC.

Yazied Al Bakr opened the scoring for the group hosts early on but there was an almost instant reply from Abbosbek Fayzullayev to level the score. Azizbek Turgunboyev tapped in at the half hour mark to take Pakhtakor in front after Rayan Al Mousa failed to clear, and two minutes later the Uzbek side made it 3-1 when Sardor Sabirkhodjaev caught goalkeeper Motaz Al Baqaawi out of his area and chipped him from far out.

Buckingham hails Mumbai City achievement, Shaker leaves Air Force Club

Wed, 27 Apr, 2022

Buckingham hails Mumbai City achievement, Shaker leaves Air Force Club

Riyadh: Des Buckingham was pleased with Mumbai City’s second place finish following their 1-0 win over Air Force Club in Group B of the AFC Champions League™ 2022 at the King Fahd International Stadium on Tuesday. 

A first half strike from Diego Maurício was enough to give Mumbai City the win and end Air Force Club’s hopes of advancing into the Round of 16.