Inzaghi sets Al Hilal perfect target

Wed, 26 Nov, 2025

Inzaghi sets Al Hilal perfect target

Riyadh: Simone Inzaghi will not allow his Al Hilal SFC side to rest on their laurels despite securing their fifth straight continental  AFC Champions League Elite™ knockout stage berth with three matches to spare on Tuesday.

The 4-0 success over Iraq’s Al Shorta saw Al Hilal keep their perfect run intact and the 49-year-old is determined to extend their winning momentum until the end of the league stage, with top spot the Italian’s target.

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Chow, Skibee satisfied with stalemate

Wed, 26 Nov, 2025

Chow, Skibee satisfied with stalemate

Chengdu: Tim Chow praised Chengdu Rongcheng for their character in the 1-1 draw with Sanfrecce Hiroshima in the AFC Champions League Elite™ 2025/26 on Tuesday.

Having taken the lead through Felipe’s penalty nine minutes into the second half, Chengdu found themselves back on level terms after substitute Mutsuki Kato equalised three minutes after coming on as the sides settled for a share of the points.

Kuroda attributes Machida victory to squad depth

Wed, 26 Nov, 2025

Kuroda attributes Machida victory to squad depth

Chuncheon: Go Kuroda said FC Machida Zelvia’s squad depth powered the Japanese side to their 3-1 win against Gangwon FC in the AFC Champions League Elite™ 2025/26 on Tuesday.

Days after winning their first-ever major domestic title by defeating Vissel Kobe in the Emperor’s Cup by the same score line, Kuroda dipped into his squad to freshen things up against Gangwon and was rewarded with a fine display.

Seoul’s winning desire a delight for Lingard

Wed, 26 Nov, 2025

Seoul’s winning desire a delight for Lingard

Shanghai: Jesse Lingard paid tribute to FC Seoul’s determination and spirit after they picked up a 3-1 win against Shanghai Port FC in their AFC Champions League Elite™ 2025/26 tie on Tuesday.

Lingard scored twice to help the Korea Republic outfit move up to eight points in the East Zone with the former Manchester United midfielder showering praise for his teammates who worked hard for each other.

Melbourne impress Vidmar; misses haunt JDT’s Munoz

Wed, 26 Nov, 2025

Melbourne impress Vidmar; misses haunt JDT’s Munoz

Melbourne:  Aurelio Vidmar couldn’t have been prouder of his Melbourne City FC side after they secured a third straight win in the AFC Champions League Elite™ 2025/26 with a 2-0 success against Johor Darul Ta’zim on Tuesday.

Scoring at the start and end of the game through Max Caputo and Medin Memeti, Vidmar admitted what came in between required a show of strength and fortitude as the Australian side went a step closer to a spot in the Round of 16.

Kuwait, Syria, Palestine confirm group stage action

Wed, 26 Nov, 2025

Kuwait, Syria, Palestine confirm group stage action

Doha: Kuwait, Syria and Palestine advanced to the group stage of the FIFA Arab Cup 2025 with victories in their respective playoff ties on Tuesday.

Kuwait and Syria defeated Mauritania and South Sudan respectively with 2-0 score lines while Palestine edged Libya 4-3 on penalties after their tie ended goalless.