#ACLElite Fantasy Football: Star Performers & Top Tips

Tue, 22 Apr, 2025

#ACLElite Fantasy Football: Star Performers & Top Tips

Kuala Lumpur: The AFC Champions League Elite™ 2024/25 Round of 16 saw the stars of Asian football turn on the style for their Fantasy managers, and it’s now time to start thinking about the quarter-finals in Saudi Arabia.   

Want to maximise your points and chase glory?  

We've analysed the top performers to help you make informed decisions. Discover who shone brightest and strategically bolster your team before the crucial matches. 

And if you’re not already taking part, don't miss out on the action! Join the free AFC Champions League Elite™ Fantasy game here 

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#ACLElite - Asani scoops best goal of R16 (East)

Wed, 23 Apr, 2025

#ACLElite - Asani scoops best goal of R16 (East)

Kuala Lumpur: Jasir Asani’s stoppage time special against Japan’s Vissel Kobe has been voted as the best goal of the AFC Champions League Elite™ 2024/25 (East) Round of 16.

The Albanian conjured up a spectacular curling effort at the death to seal the win for Gwangju FC and set up a quarter-final showdown against Al Ahli Saudi FC.

Asani advances to semi-finals with the search for the best goal of the AFC Champions League Elite™ 2024/25 to continue after the Finals conclude in early May. 

Know Your Teams: Yokohama F. Marinos (JPN)

Wed, 23 Apr, 2025

Know Your Teams: Yokohama F. Marinos (JPN)

Kuala Lumpur: Yokohama F. Marinos have to desperately regain their form if they are to stand a chance of bettering last season's AFC Champions League™ runners-up finish.

A poor start to their domestic season sees Marinos at the bottom of the J1 League standings and this does not augur well for their chances of going all the way in the AFC Champions League Elite™ 2024/25.

Know Your Teams: Kawasaki Frontale (JPN)

Wed, 23 Apr, 2025

Know Your Teams: Kawasaki Frontale (JPN)

Kuala Lumpur: Kawasaki Frontale will be seeking a first ever appearance in the AFC Champions League Elite 2024/25 semi-finals when the action kicks off in Jeddah on Friday.

The Japanese side will face Al Sadd SC on Sunday, with the Qatar side on a high after having retained the Qatar Stars League title.

Know Your Teams: Gwangju FC (KOR)

Mon, 21 Apr, 2025

Know Your Teams: Gwangju FC (KOR)

Kuala Lumpur: Gwangju FC will not be fazed by the prospect of facing Al Hilal SFC when the sides meet in their AFC Champions League Elite™ 2024/25 Finals last eight tie on Friday.

Korea Republic's Gwangju will approach the quarter-final encounter with a nothing to lose attitude after an impressive campaign.

Know Your Teams: Buriram United (THA)

Sun, 20 Apr, 2025

Know Your Teams: Buriram United (THA)

Kuala Lumpur: Buriram United will be determined to keep their dream alive when they swing into action in the AFC Champions League Elite™ 2024/25 Finals.

The Thai side are back in the knockout stage for the first time since 2013 and despite the tough odds, are focused on matching the continent's best.

Know Your Teams: Al Sadd SC (QAT)

Sat, 19 Apr, 2025

Know Your Teams: Al Sadd SC (QAT)

Kuala Lumpur: Al Sadd SC will be on a mission to end a long wait in the AFC Champions League Elite™ 2024/25 Finals.

The Qatari side will face Japan's Kawasaki Frontale in what promises to be a titanic quarter-final at the Prince Abdullah Al Faisal Stadium.

Know Your Teams: Al Nassr Club (KSA)

Fri, 18 Apr, 2025

Know Your Teams: Al Nassr Club (KSA)

Kuala Lumpur: Al Nassr Club will spare no effort in attempting to lift the AFC Champions League Elite™ 2024/25 title when the Finals kick off next week.

Having had to previously settle for two semi-final finishes, Al Nassr will feel this is their best chance to lay their hands on the coveted trophy after having cruised into the knockout stage.

Know Your Teams: Al Hilal SFC (KSA)

Thu, 17 Apr, 2025

Know Your Teams: Al Hilal SFC (KSA)

Kuala Lumpur: Al Hilal SFC will head into the AFC Champions League Elite™ Finals 2024/25 determined to lift the Asian title for a fifth time.

Jorge Jesus' side were denied by eventual champions Al Ain FC of the UAE in the semi-finals of the 2024/25 edition and will spare no effort in making sure they go all the way.

Know Your Teams: Al Ahli Saudi FC (KSA)

Wed, 16 Apr, 2025

Know Your Teams: Al Ahli Saudi FC (KSA)

Kuala Lumpur: The kick off for the AFC Champions League Elite™ Finals 2024/25 is just over a week away with the eight teams in their final phase of preparations.

Ahead of the quarter-final action kicking off on April 25, the-AFC.com takes a look at the remaining eight sides, with Al Ahli Saudi FC the first to be featured.