Preview: Shanghai Port FC (CHN) v Daejeon Hana Citizen FC (KOR)

Thu, 15 Oct, 2026

Preview: Shanghai Port FC (CHN) v Daejeon Hana Citizen FC (KOR)

Shanghai: Shanghai Port FC will be determined to take another three points when they host Daejeon Hana Citizen FC in the AFC Champions League Elite 2026/2027™ on Tuesday.

China PR's Shanghai defeated Ratchaburi FC of Thailand 6-4 in an amazing tie while Korea Republic's Daejeon were also victorious, edging Kyoto Sanga FC of Japan 1-0.

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Preview: Newcastle Jets FC (AUS) v Gamba Osaka (JPN)

Thu, 15 Oct, 2026

Preview: Newcastle Jets FC (AUS) v Gamba Osaka (JPN)

Newcastle: Victory will be the only item on the agenda for Newcastle Jets FC when they host Gamba Osaka in the AFC Champions League Elite 2026/2027™ on Tuesday.

The Australian side's return to the top tier of Asian club football was marked by a heavy defeat while Japan's Gamba enjoyed a stress-free opening tie.

Preview: Buriram United (THA) v Beijing FC (CHN)

Thu, 15 Oct, 2026

Preview: Buriram United (THA) v Beijing FC (CHN)

Buriram: Buriram United will have to brace themselves for a buoyant Beijing FC when the sides meet in the AFC Champions League Elite 2026/2027™ on Tuesday.

Thailand's Buriram opened their campaign with a draw while Beijing kicked off with an impressive win.

Preview: Cong An Ha Noi FC (VIE) v Kashima Antlers (JPN)

Tue, 13 Oct, 2026

Preview: Cong An Ha Noi FC (VIE) v Kashima Antlers (JPN)

Hanoi: Cong An Ha Noi FC will be determined to show their true capabilities when they welcome Kashima Antlers for their AFC Champions League Elite 2026/2027™ tie on Tuesday.

The Vietnamese side's tournament debut ended in a heavy defeat while former AFC Champions League winners Kashima cruised to a big win.

Preview: Kyoto Sanga FC (JPN) v Ratchaburi FC (THA)

Thu, 15 Oct, 2026

Preview: Kyoto Sanga FC (JPN) v Ratchaburi FC (THA)

Kameoka: Kyoto Sanga FC and Ratchaburi FC are set for a thrilling clash when they meet in the AFC Champions League Elite 2026/2027™ on Tuesday.

Both lost their respective openers, making this a must-win tie at the Kyoto Stadium.

Preview: FC Pohang Steelers (KOR) v Johor Darul Ta’zim (MAS)

Thu, 15 Oct, 2026

Preview: FC Pohang Steelers (KOR) v Johor Darul Ta’zim (MAS)

Pohang: FC Pohang Steelers and Johor Darul Ta’zim will be equally determined to take maximum points when they face off in the AFC Champions League Elite 2026/2027™ on Tuesday.

Former Asian champions Pohang of Korea Republic suffered a humbling defeat on Matchday One while Malaysian side JDT had to settle for a draw at home.