Football technology initiatives to enhance #ACLElite Finals Jeddah 2025

Thu, 24 Apr, 2025

Football technology initiatives to enhance #ACLElite Finals Jeddah 2025

Kuala Lumpur: The eight teams participating at the AFC Champions League Elite™ (ACL Elite) Finals Jeddah 2025 will be able to leverage on two football technology initiatives as they seek to claim the prestigious title.

For the first time at an AFC club competition, replay tablets will be made available at every team’s bench beyond the Final match and their expanded introduction in Jeddah to span all seven matches underlines the AFC’s commitment to incorporate the latest technological advancements to benefit its clubs.

#ACLElite - Asani scoops best goal of R16 (East)

Wed, 23 Apr, 2025

#ACLElite - Asani scoops best goal of R16 (East)

Kuala Lumpur: Jasir Asani’s stoppage time special against Japan’s Vissel Kobe has been voted as the best goal of the AFC Champions League Elite™ 2024/25 (East) Round of 16.

The Albanian conjured up a spectacular curling effort at the death to seal the win for Gwangju FC and set up a quarter-final showdown against Al Ahli Saudi FC.

Asani advances to semi-finals with the search for the best goal of the AFC Champions League Elite™ 2024/25 to continue after the Finals conclude in early May. 

#ACLElite Fantasy Football: Star Performers & Top Tips

Tue, 22 Apr, 2025

#ACLElite Fantasy Football: Star Performers & Top Tips

Kuala Lumpur: The AFC Champions League Elite™ 2024/25 Round of 16 saw the stars of Asian football turn on the style for their Fantasy managers, and it’s now time to start thinking about the quarter-finals in Saudi Arabia.   

Want to maximise your points and chase glory?  

We've analysed the top performers to help you make informed decisions. Discover who shone brightest and strategically bolster your team before the crucial matches. 

And if you’re not already taking part, don't miss out on the action! Join the free AFC Champions League Elite™ Fantasy game here 

Know Your Teams: Yokohama F. Marinos (JPN)

Wed, 23 Apr, 2025

Know Your Teams: Yokohama F. Marinos (JPN)

Kuala Lumpur: Yokohama F. Marinos have to desperately regain their form if they are to stand a chance of bettering last season's AFC Champions League™ runners-up finish.

A poor start to their domestic season sees Marinos at the bottom of the J1 League standings and this does not augur well for their chances of going all the way in the AFC Champions League Elite™ 2024/25.

Know Your Teams: Kawasaki Frontale (JPN)

Wed, 23 Apr, 2025

Know Your Teams: Kawasaki Frontale (JPN)

Kuala Lumpur: Kawasaki Frontale will be seeking a first ever appearance in the AFC Champions League Elite 2024/25 semi-finals when the action kicks off in Jeddah on Friday.

The Japanese side will face Al Sadd SC on Sunday, with the Qatar side on a high after having retained the Qatar Stars League title.

Know Your Teams: Gwangju FC (KOR)

Mon, 21 Apr, 2025

Know Your Teams: Gwangju FC (KOR)

Kuala Lumpur: Gwangju FC will not be fazed by the prospect of facing Al Hilal SFC when the sides meet in their AFC Champions League Elite™ 2024/25 Finals last eight tie on Friday.

Korea Republic's Gwangju will approach the quarter-final encounter with a nothing to lose attitude after an impressive campaign.