#ACLElite - Hopefuls discover path to glory

Tue, 18 Aug, 2026

#ACLElite - Hopefuls discover path to glory

Kuala Lumpur: The stage is set for a thrilling AFC Champions League Elite 2026/27™ following the League Stage Draw in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on Tuesday.

The upcoming edition of Asia’s top-tier men’s club competition will feature an expanded cast of 32 sides for the first time since the revamp to its current name in 2024/25.

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#ACLTwo - Group Stage Draw finalised

Tue, 18 Aug, 2026

#ACLTwo - Group Stage Draw finalised

Kuala Lumpur: The 32-strong cast for the AFC Champions League Two 2026/27™ discovered their opponents following the Group Stage Draw in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on Tuesday.

The 22nd edition of Asia’s second-tier men’s competition will kick off its thrilling group battles - to be played in a home-and-away round-robin format - on September 15.

Europe Wrap: Memorable week for Ueda, Ishiwatari

Tue, 18 Aug, 2026

Europe Wrap: Memorable week for Ueda, Ishiwatari

Kuala Lumpur: Japan mainstay Ayase Ueda and U23 midfielder Nelson Ishiwatari found the back of the net for Feyenoord and Sint-Truiden respectively as both internationals made an impact in their second outings of the season.

Other continental regulars and newcomers also left their mark, so follow the-AFC.com as we look at what Asia’s finest have been up to in Europe.

Urawa strengthen with Yamane, Seko moves

Tue, 18 Aug, 2026

Urawa strengthen with Yamane, Seko moves

Kuala Lumpur: Urawa Red Diamonds have bolstered their squad with the signing of two experienced players in Miki Yamane and Tatsuki Seko.

The 2006 J1 League champions have started their new campaign in underwhelming fashion, losing their opening two matches but head coach Cho Kwi-jae will now have an improved arsenal at his disposal.

Sunday makes Sydney switch; Dabo joins Al Khor

Mon, 17 Aug, 2026

Sunday makes Sydney switch; Dabo joins Al Khor

Kuala Lumpur: Sydney FC have strengthened their attacking ranks with the signing of Nigerian forward Oriola Sunday on loan from RB Omiya Ardija, while Qatar’s Al Khor secured Senegalese midfielder Mohamed Dabo from Al Shamal.

Dewa United added Brazilian midfielder Jean Mangabeira, with Isenmulang Kalteng FC strengthening their defensive options with Firman Ramadhan.