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#ACLTwo: Vote for Best Goal Of The Season 2025/26 - Presented by VISA

Fri, 29 May, 2026

#ACLTwo: Vote for Best Goal Of The Season 2025/26 - Presented by VISA

Kuala Lumpur: The AFC Champions League Two 2025/26™ was packed with moments that left fans excited — thunderous volleys, long-range screamers, impossible solo runs and finishes delivered under the biggest pressure.

Across Asia, players produced goals that turned matches, lifted stadiums and defined unforgettable nights on the continental stage. 

We have selected some of the most spectacular goals from throughout the season. Your vote will decide which one stands above the rest as the Best Goal of the AFC Champions League Two 2025/26. 

Saudi Arabia stay top in latest AFC Men’s Club Competitions Ranking

Tue, 19 May, 2026

Saudi Arabia stay top in latest AFC Men’s Club Competitions Ranking

Kuala Lumpur: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) confirmed its latest AFC Men’s Club Competitions Ranking on Tuesday, following the conclusion of the 2025/26 season.

Saudi Arabia continue to lead the way, with Japan and Korea Republic occupying second and third place respectively.

#ACLTwo - Facts & Figures

Mon, 18 May, 2026

#ACLTwo - Facts & Figures

Riyadh: The AFC Champions League Two 2025/26™ concluded on Saturday with Gamba Osaka defeating Al Nassr Club 1-0 in the final.

It was fitting finale to a tournament which captured the imagination of the continent with high octane action from start to end.

As the dust settles on the thrilling edition, the-AFC.com picks out several facts and figures that caught the eye.

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Gamba Osaka’s historic triumph draws high praise from AFC President

Sun, 17 May, 2026

Gamba Osaka’s historic triumph draws high praise from AFC President

Kuala Lumpur: Asian Football Confederation (AFC) President Shaikh Salman bin Ebrahim Al Khalifa has extended his warmest congratulations to Gamba Osaka following their 1-0 victory over Al Nassr Club in the AFC Champions League Two 2025/26™ Final at the King Saud University Stadium in Riyadh on Saturday.

Defying an intense atmospheric challenge away from home, the landmark victory marks Gamba’s first major continental trophy since their famous 2008 AFC Champions League™ campaign. With this triumph, the Japanese side wrote an unprecedented chapter by becoming the first club in the East region to capture both the top-tier and second-tier titles in AFC club football.

Wissing: Gamba’s determination, focus secured title

Sun, 17 May, 2026

Wissing: Gamba’s determination, focus secured title

Riyadh: Jens Wissing was unreserved in his praise of his players after Gamba Osaka’s stunning  AFC Champions League Two 2025/26™ triumph on Saturday.

The Japanese side overcame tremendous pressure to edge Saudi Arabia's Al Nassr Club 1-0 in the final at the King Saud University Stadium, with the victory built on defensive grit and complete focus.

Slow start cost Al Nassr, says Jesus

Sun, 17 May, 2026

Slow start cost Al Nassr, says Jesus

Riyadh: Jorge Jesus admitted that Al Nassr Club paid the price for their slow start after the Saudi Arabian side fell to a 1-0 defeat against Gamba Osaka in the AFC Champions League Two 2025/26™ final on Saturday.

Al Nassr had cruised into the final with a perfect record of 10 wins but came undone when least expected, with Jesus conceding that Japan’s Gamba had caught his side by surprise.

Gamba’s Issam Jebali named MVP

Sun, 17 May, 2026

Gamba’s Issam Jebali named MVP

Riyadh: Issam Jebali was named the Most Valuable Player of the AFC Champions League Two 2025/2026™ after helping Gamba Osaka to the title with a series of influential performances throughout their campaign.

The Tunisian forward delivered crucial goals during the knockout stage and played a pivotal role in Saturday’s final against Al Nassr Club of Saudi Arabia.

Tampines’ Buhagiar scoops Top Goalscorer Award

Sun, 17 May, 2026

Tampines’ Buhagiar scoops Top Goalscorer Award

Riyadh: Trent Buhagiar secured the AFC Champions League Two 2025/26™ Top Goalscorer Award for his eight-goal haul in Tampines Rovers’ journey to the quarter-finals.

Blessed with blistering pace, the Gosford native began his campaign with a brace against Philippines’ Kaya FC.–Iloilo, opening Singaporean side Tampines’ account three minutes before the half-time whistle in their 2-1 defeat of BG Pathum United of Thailand.

Hummet strikes as Gamba stun Al Nassr to lift trophy

Sun, 17 May, 2026

Hummet strikes as Gamba stun Al Nassr to lift trophy

Riyadh: Deniz Hummet’s strike secured Gamba Osaka a stunning 1-0 win over Al Nassr Club in the final of the AFC Champions League Two 2025/26™ at the King Saud University Stadium on Saturday.

Saudi Arabia’s Al Nassr just could not find a way past Gamba’s defence as the Japanese side tasted continental glory for the first time since lifting the AFC Champions League™ trophy in 2008.

Defeat meant heartbreak for Al Nassr, who were determined to be the first side from Saudi Arabia to win the AFC Champions League Two.

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Preview - Final: Al Nassr Club (KSA) v Gamba Osaka (JPN)

Sun, 17 May, 2026

Preview - Final: Al Nassr Club (KSA) v Gamba Osaka (JPN)

Riyadh: Al Nassr Club and Gamba Osaka will both be bidding to end long waits for a continental title when they square off in the final of the AFC Champions League Two  2025/26™ on Saturday.

Al Nassr last savoured continental glory in the 1990s while Gamba won the 2008 AFC Champions League™, with both teams having enjoyed smooth passage into the decider at the King Saud University Stadium.