Bakhtiarizadeh proud of Esteghlal’s resilience

Wed, 04 Nov, 2026

Bakhtiarizadeh proud of Esteghlal’s resilience

Basra: Head coach Sohrab Bakhtiarizadeh praised Esteghlal FC’s second half performance after Jasir Asani struck in stoppage time to seal a 1-0 win over Al Shamal SC in the AFC Champions League Elite 2026/27™ on Tuesday.

The victory saw Esteghlal bounce back from last week’s defeat to Shabab Al Ahli, while Al Shamal were unable to build on their Matchday Three win over Al Hilal SFC.

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Polking rues missed opportunity for Ha Noi

Wed, 04 Nov, 2026

Polking rues missed opportunity for Ha Noi

Hanoi: Alexandre Polking was left disappointed after his Cong An Ha Noi FC side could not turn their dominance into a win and had to settle for a goalless draw with Kyoto Sanga FC in Tuesday’s AFC Champions League Elite 2026/27™ match.

There was also a sense of what could have been for Ranko Popovic as external conditions contributed to his Kyoto side not being at their best for the encounter.

Having dominated possession, Ha Noi had 17 attempts but with only five of those on target, did not maximise their play with the result taking the Vietnamese club up to four points.

Bandovic revels in Port’s success

Wed, 04 Nov, 2026

Bandovic revels in Port’s success

Pathum Thani: Bozidar Bandovic was full of praise for his Port FC side after they came through 7-4 winners against Beijing FC in an exciting AFC Champions League Elite 2026/27™ tie on Tuesday.

Bordin Phala led the way for the Thai side with a hat-trick while Jude Soonsup-Bell and Teerasak Poeiphimai grabbed a brace each, with the win coming as a relief for Bandovic after three defeats.

Jeonbuk showed class, says Mota

Wed, 04 Nov, 2026

Jeonbuk showed class, says Mota

Jeonju: Bruno Mota hailed Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors FC’s performance as ‘close to perfect’ after the Korea Republic side defeated Johor Darul Ta’zim 2-0 in the AFC Champions League Elite 2026/27™ on Tuesday.

Mota opened the scoring in the 22nd minute before Italo converted from the spot in first half stoppage time to secure Jeonbuk the second win of their campaign.

Skibbe hails Kobe’s perfect response

Wed, 04 Nov, 2026

Skibbe hails Kobe’s perfect response

Kobe: Michael Skibbe praised Vissel Kobe’s response as the Japanese side fought back to beat Ratchaburi FC 3-2 on Tuesday to preserve their perfect start to the AFC Champions League Elite 2026/27™.

Kento Hamasaki put Kobe ahead before Phongsakorn Sangkasopha and Ekanit Panya turned the match in Ratchaburi’s favour. Erik drew the hosts level and substitute Tetsushi Yamakawa struck late to keep Kobe top of the East standings with 12 points from four matches.

Rodriguez’s half-time adjustments pay off for Kashiwa

Wed, 04 Nov, 2026

Rodriguez’s half-time adjustments pay off for Kashiwa

Kashiwa: Head coach Ricardo Rodriguez was pleased with how Kashiwa Reysol turned first-half control into goals after the break as the Japanese side defeated Daejeon Hana Citizen FC 2-0 in the AFC Champions League Elite 2026/27™ on Tuesday.

The win, Kashiwa’s second of the campaign, took them to seven points at the halfway stage of the League Stage, while Korea Republic’s Daejeon remained on four.