#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.

#ACLTwo - MD2: Facts & Figures

Sat, 17 Oct, 2026

#ACLTwo - MD2: Facts & Figures

Kuala Lumpur: Matchday Two of the AFC Champions League Two 2026/27™ Group Stage saw more than its fair share of thrills and spills.

All matches were high stakes affairs as the scramble for knockout stage spots gathered pace.

The-AFC.com highlights several facts and figures that caught the eye.

Player to watch: Fabio Lima (UAE)

Fri, 16 Oct, 2026

Player to watch: Fabio Lima (UAE)

Kuala Lumpur: Fabio Lima will aim to make use of an impressive scoring record and a wealth of domestic and international experience when the midfielder turns out for the United Arab Emirates at the AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™.

The 33-year-old, who has established himself as one of the UAE Pro League's most prolific players, will undoubtedly play a key role in The Whites’ campaign as they seek to improve on their Round of 16 showing at Qatar 2023.

AFC Awards Bangkok 2026 nominees announced

Fri, 16 Oct, 2026

AFC Awards Bangkok 2026 nominees announced

Kuala Lumpur: A glittering list of nominees was revealed today by the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) for the AFC Awards Bangkok 2026, which is slated to take place on November 19 (Thursday).

The 30th edition of the star-studded ceremony will be staged in Thailand for a second time since its capital city first played host in 2017, with the intricate Aksra Theatre King Power to serve as the venue once again.