#ACLElite Matchday Fantasy: Best Picks for Matchday Three

Fri, 23 Oct, 2026

#ACLElite Matchday Fantasy: Best Picks for Matchday Three

Kuala Lumpur: The AFC Champions League Elite™ returns for Matchday Three, and the fantasy action is heating up. Matchday Two delivered another dose of unforgettable moments, from Cristiano Ronaldo finding the net for his 981st career goal to Houssine Rahimi soaring to another flying performance.  

Meanwhile, those who trusted Ruben Neves with the captain's armband had plenty to celebrate, as the Al Hilal SFC midfielder also found his name on the scoresheet. 
 
With star names delivering and fantasy fortunes shifting, the question is: who will rise to the occasion next? Before turning our attention to the exciting fixtures of Matchday Three, let's take a quick look back at the standout moments and top performers from the previous round. 

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#ACLElite – Vote for your Matchday Two Player of the Match Presented by STA

Thu, 22 Oct, 2026

#ACLElite – Vote for your Matchday Two Player of the Match Presented by STA

Kuala Lumpur: The AFC Champions League Elite 2026/27™ League Stage turned up the heat on Matchday Two, with last-gasp drama, stunning goals and match-winning performances lighting up the continent from East to West. 

Now, the spotlight is on the Players of the Match winners! Check out the list and pick your star and make your vote count in the battle to crown the best of the best.

#ACLElite - Vote for your Favourite Goal of Matchday Two, Presented by VISA

Tue, 20 Oct, 2026

#ACLElite - Vote for your Favourite Goal of Matchday Two, Presented by VISA

Kuala Lumpur: Matchday Two of the AFC Champions League Elite 2026/27™ delivered another feast of goals, from mesmerising solo efforts to super-subs who came off the bench to steal the show with match-winning strikes.  

Now, it’s your turn to pick the finish that deserves to be crowned the Visa Top Goal of Matchday Two! 

#ACLElite - MD2: What they said

Sat, 17 Oct, 2026

#ACLElite - MD2: What they said

Kuala Lumpur: Matchday Two of the AFC Champions League Elite 2026/2027™ was filled with emotion as teams either enjoyed elation or were left in disappointment.

The-AFC.com caught up with the teams to hear what they had to say after a pulsating matchday.

#ACLElite - MD2: 5 Takeaways

Fri, 16 Oct, 2026

#ACLElite - MD2: 5 Takeaways

Kuala Lumpur: Matchday Two of the AFC Champions League Elite 2026/2027™ produced thrilling wins and shock results as the race for Round of 16 spots intensified.

The-AFC.com highlights five takeaways from a stunning round of action, with the teams back in action again in mere days.

Matchday Two: Facts & Figures

Fri, 16 Oct, 2026

Matchday Two: Facts & Figures

Kuala Lumpur: The AFC Champions League Elite 2026/2027™ witnessed another round of scintillating action over the past week as the 32 teams did their best to boost their hopes of progression.

There were, however, highs and lows and the-AFC.com takes a look at some key facts and figures from a pulsating round of action.