Chow excited to unleash Chengdu fans on Asian stage

Sat, 27 Sep, 2025

Chow excited to unleash Chengdu fans on Asian stage

Chengdu: Chengdu Rongcheng captain Tim Chow is relishing the prospect of facing Asia’s leading clubs at the imposing Phoenix Hill Sports Park Stadium in the AFC Champions League Elite™ 2025/26 as the Chinese Super League side make their home debut in the league phase on Tuesday.

The Seo Jung-won coached outfit entertain Korea Republic’s Gangwon FC on Matchday Two and England-born midfielder Chow views the clash as an opportunity to introduce the club’s passionate fanbase to a wider Asian and global audience.

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#ACLElite Fantasy: Pre-Matchday 2 Tips & Strategy

Sat, 27 Sep, 2025

#ACLElite Fantasy: Pre-Matchday 2 Tips & Strategy

Kuala Lumpur: Matchday 1 of the AFC Champions League Elite™ 2025/26 came at us like a storm front—late winners, two-goal rallies, and individual turns that bent games to a single player's will. Veterans slowed the pulse when it mattered; debutants pushed the tempo and refused to blink. If you felt whiplash, your fantasy squad probably did too. 

The game is free to play and available on the-AFC.com/aclelite_fantasy and through the AFC LIVE App on iOS and Android. 

Kuroda's classroom lessons power Machida's rise

Fri, 26 Sep, 2025

Kuroda's classroom lessons power Machida's rise

Machida: Three years ago, Go Kuroda was convinced to give up a hugely successful high school coaching career to take the helm of FC Machida Zelvia.

He tells the-AFC.com about the club’s rise from Japan’s second division to the AFC Champions League Elite™.

#ACLTwo - Vote for your VISA Top Goals of MD1

Tue, 23 Sep, 2025

#ACLTwo - Vote for your VISA Top Goals of MD1

Kuala Lumpur: Matchday One of the AFC Champions League Two™ had all the chaos we love—late drama, early haymakers, and finishes struck with absolute conviction.

From rescue acts in added time to statement goals on hostile turf, MD1 delivered highlights that demand a second (and third) look.

Following the opening round, the-AFC.com selects the standout strikes from MD1 and invites you to vote for your Visa Top Goal at the bottom of the article. 

Selangor part ways with Kinoshi

Fri, 26 Sep, 2025

Selangor part ways with Kinoshi

Kuala Lumpur: Selangor FC have dismissed Katsuhito Kinoshi as head coach following the Malaysian club’s underwhelming start to their 2025/26 season.

The Japanese tactician, who replaced Nidzam Jamil in November 2024, took Selangor to a second place finish in last season’s Malaysia Super League but the Red Giants are currently in fifth spot, having lost three of their opening five matches.

Frenchman Christophe Gamel has assumed the role on an interim basis.

AFC Awards Riyadh 2025 presented by NEOM nominees revealed

Mon, 29 Sep, 2025

AFC Awards Riyadh 2025 presented by NEOM nominees revealed

  • Arif Aiman, Akram Afif and Salem Al Dawsari up for AFC Player of the Year
  • Holly McNamara, Wang Shuang, Hana Takahashi to vie for AFC Women’s Player of the Year

The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) today announced the highly anticipated list of nominees for the AFC Awards Riyadh 2025 presented by NEOM, which will take place on October 16.
 
Hosted in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for the first time, the 29th edition of the gala ceremony will be staged at the magnificent King Fahad Cultural Center and recognise the Continent’s finest across a total of 20 award categories.