#ACLTwo - MD4 in numbers

Sat, 09 Nov, 2024

#ACLTwo - MD4 in numbers

Kuala Lumpur: Matchday Four of the AFC Champions League Two™ 2024/25 was a spectacular affair with the cast for the knockout stage starting to take shape

Islamic Republic of Iran's Tractor FC and Sanfrecce Hiroshima of Japan were the first teams to book their Round of 16 spots despite the action only at the midway stage..

The-AFC.com takes a look at some interesting facts and figures from Matchday Four.

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Hodak hails resilient Persib for dramatic turnaround against Sailors

Fri, 08 Nov, 2024

Hodak hails resilient Persib for dramatic turnaround against Sailors

Singapore: Persib Bandung head coach Bojan Hodak praised his team's resilience after their impressive 3-2 comeback win over Lion City Sailors FC in their AFC Champions League Two™ 2024/25 Group F tie on Thursday.

Hodak’s side were two goals down with 10 minutes remaining before mounting a spirited comeback to revive their knockout stage hopes with the win taking them to four points, five adrift of Thailand's Port FC and three behind Lion City Sailors with two matches remaining.

Kim wants Jeonbuk to draw confidence from Selangor win

Fri, 08 Nov, 2024

Kim wants Jeonbuk to draw confidence from Selangor win

Jeonju: Head coach Kim Do-heon is looking to use the boost Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors FC gained from their 1-0 win against Selangor FC in the AFC Champions League Two™ 2024/25 to galvanise their domestic challenge.

Tiago Orobo’s first half goal provided a respite for Jeonbuk, who are involved in a relegation battle with a playoff match to come against Daegu FC on Sunday.

#ACLElite - MD4: Five Takeaways

Thu, 07 Nov, 2024

#ACLElite - MD4: Five Takeaways

Kuala Lumpur: The AFC Champions League Elite™ 2024/25 has reached the halfway stage following the conclusion of Matchday Four this past week.

Fans witnessed another round of scintillating action as several teams moved closer to the knockout stage.

The-AFC.com looks at five things we learned from Matchday Four.

Jardim takes charge of Al Ain

Fri, 08 Nov, 2024

Jardim takes charge of Al Ain

Al Ain: Leonardo Jardim has been appointed Al Ain FC head coach, the UAE Pro League side announced on their social media on Friday.

The Portuguese tactician’s appointment comes following the departure of Argentinian Hernan Crespo in the aftermath of their 5-1 defeat to Saudi Arabia’s Al Nassr Club in the AFC Champions League Elite™ 2024/25 on Tuesday.

Groups finalised for China 2025

Thu, 07 Nov, 2024

Groups finalised for China 2025

Shenzhen: The AFC U20 Asian Cup™ China 2025 is primed for thrilling action following the conclusion of the official draw at Grand Skylight International Guanlan in Shenzhen, China PR on Thursday.

The 16 teams were drawn into four groups with not just continental glory at stake but also four tickets to the FIFA U-20 World Cup 2025 in Chile.

Marinos living up to Hutchinson’s expectations

Thu, 07 Nov, 2024

Marinos living up to Hutchinson’s expectations

Yokohama: Head coach John Hutchinson was a proud man after his Yokohama F. Marinos side lived up to their billing in securing a 5-0 win against Buriram United in their AFC Champions League Elite™ 2024/25 match on Wednesday.

The Australian was particularly pleased with the dominance his charges showed in a performance that ticked all the boxes as Marinos climbed up to third in the standings on seven points.

Park pleased with Pohang revival

Thu, 07 Nov, 2024

Park pleased with Pohang revival

Pohang: Head coach Park Tae-ha praised his team’s strong performance after Pohang Steelers reignited their AFC Champions League Elite™ 2024/25 hopes with a 4-2 win over Shandong Taishan at the Steelyard on Wednesday. 

Park, however, acknowledged there are still areas for improvement.