Skibbe pleased as Vissel kick off season in style

Kobe: Michael Skibbe was delighted to see his Vissel Kobe side qualifying for the AFC Champions League Elite 2025/26™ Round of 16 following a 2-0 win against FC Seoul on Tuesday.

Suzuki: Sanfrecce Hiroshima can win the title

Hiroshima: Akito Suzuki is confident Sanfrecce Hiroshima have the credentials to challenge for the AFC Champions League Elite ™ title after his brace inspired a 2-1 comeback win over Johor Darul Ta’zaim on Tuesday.

Kuroda proud as Machida achieve target

Shanghai: FC Machida Zelvia’s fairy-tale debut in the AFC Champions League Elite 2025/26™ continues as the Japanese side secured qualification to the Round of 16 with head coach Go Kuroda expressing his delight at the achievement.

Jackson applauds Buriram’s resilience

Chengdu: Mark Jackson showered praise on his Buriram United players after their 1-0 win against China PR’s Chengdu Rongcheng FC in the AFC Champions League Elite 2025/26™ on Tuesday moved the Thailand side closer to a place in the Round of 16.

Al Sadd’s Mancini keeps qualification faith

Doha: Roberto Mancini is hopeful that Al Sadd SC’s 2-0 win against Tractor FC in the AFC Champions League Elite 2025/26™ will be the tonic for the Qatari side to book a spot in the Round of 16.

Conceicao delighted as Al Ittihad hit top form

Jeddah: Sergio Conceicao hailed a complete performance after Al Ittihad powered into the AFC Champions League Elite 2025/26™ Round of 16 with a commanding 7-0 victory over Al Gharafa SC on Tuesday.