East Asia Wrap: Kyoto hit the summit in Japan; Port overtake Shenhua in China PR

Mon, 18 Aug, 2025

East Asia Wrap: Kyoto hit the summit in Japan; Port overtake Shenhua in China PR

Hong Kong: Kyoto Sanga moved top of the J1 League as the race tightened further with just four points separating first and seventh. In China PR, Shanghai Port leapfrogged city rivals Shenhua to go first after a commanding win over Henan.

Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors pulled further clear in Korea Republic, while Gimcheon Sangmu impressed in a goal-laden victory. In Chinese Taipei, Tatung got their new Premier League campaign off to a flying start. 

Join the-AFC.com for a look back at the week’s action across East Asia.

#ACLElite - League Stage matches to look out for

Sun, 17 Aug, 2025

#ACLElite - League Stage matches to look out for

Kuala Lumpur: The AFC Champions League Elite™ 2025/26 League Stage is set to witness titanic matches as the 24 sides cast their eyes on advancing to the Round of 16.

With the action to kick in just under a month's time, the-AFC.com highlights six matches which will have just a bit more spice compared to the rest.

League Stage Draw: What they said

Fri, 15 Aug, 2025

League Stage Draw: What they said

Kuala Lumpur: Friday’s AFC Champions League Elite™ 2025/26 League Stage Draw in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia drew a variety of emotions from the participating teams, with almost all expressing their satisfaction.

The-AFC.com shares the thoughts of several teams following the draw in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

#ACLElite set for lift off

Fri, 15 Aug, 2025

#ACLElite set for lift off

Kuala Lumpur: The AFC Champions League Elite™ 2025/26 is ready to ignite following the League Stage Draw in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on Friday.

The Draw produced scintillating match-ups, with the League Stage to kick off on September 15.

Group Stage Draw: In Quotes

Fri, 15 Aug, 2025

Group Stage Draw: In Quotes

Kuala Lumpur: Teams in the AFC Champions League Two™ 2025/26 discovered their battle lines following the completion of the Group Stage draw on Friday.

All 32 sides will be aiming to emulate Sharjah FC, who lifted the coveted trophy in the 2024/25 season.

The-AFC.com caught up with teams across the eight groups and here’s what they had to say about the draw.

Myanmar, Australia set up title clash

Sat, 16 Aug, 2025

Myanmar, Australia set up title clash

Hai Phong: Myanmar will play Australia in the final of the ASEAN Women’s Championship 2025 after both emerged victorious in their respective semi-final ties on Saturday.

Win Theingi Tun starred with a brace as Myanmar came from behind to beat Thailand 2-1 while two first half goals saw Australia defeat hosts Vietnam by the same scoreline.