Europe Wrap: Dabbagh stars for Aberdeen

Tue, 22 Apr, 2025

Europe Wrap: Dabbagh stars for Aberdeen

Kuala Lumpur: Palestine forward Oday Dabbagh made it a week to remember when his strike in time added on sent Aberdeen into the Scottish Cup final, while Japan’s stars led the rest of the Asian contingent in showcasing their skills for the biggest clubs in the world.

Follow the-AFC.com as we look at what Asia’s finest have been up to in Europe this past week.

#ACLElite - Asani scoops best goal of R16 (East)

Wed, 23 Apr, 2025

#ACLElite - Asani scoops best goal of R16 (East)

Kuala Lumpur: Jasir Asani’s stoppage time special against Japan’s Vissel Kobe has been voted as the best goal of the AFC Champions League Elite™ 2024/25 (East) Round of 16.

The Albanian conjured up a spectacular curling effort at the death to seal the win for Gwangju FC and set up a quarter-final showdown against Al Ahli Saudi FC.

Asani advances to semi-finals with the search for the best goal of the AFC Champions League Elite™ 2024/25 to continue after the Finals conclude in early May. 

Know Your Teams: Gwangju FC (KOR)

Mon, 21 Apr, 2025

Know Your Teams: Gwangju FC (KOR)

Kuala Lumpur: Gwangju FC will not be fazed by the prospect of facing Al Hilal SFC when the sides meet in their AFC Champions League Elite™ 2024/25 Finals last eight tie on Friday.

Korea Republic's Gwangju will approach the quarter-final encounter with a nothing to lose attitude after an impressive campaign.

Know Your Teams: Buriram United (THA)

Sun, 20 Apr, 2025

Know Your Teams: Buriram United (THA)

Kuala Lumpur: Buriram United will be determined to keep their dream alive when they swing into action in the AFC Champions League Elite™ 2024/25 Finals.

The Thai side are back in the knockout stage for the first time since 2013 and despite the tough odds, are focused on matching the continent's best.

Know Your Teams: Al Sadd SC (QAT)

Sat, 19 Apr, 2025

Know Your Teams: Al Sadd SC (QAT)

Kuala Lumpur: Al Sadd SC will be on a mission to end a long wait in the AFC Champions League Elite™ 2024/25 Finals.

The Qatari side will face Japan's Kawasaki Frontale in what promises to be a titanic quarter-final at the Prince Abdullah Al Faisal Stadium.

Know Your Teams: Al Nassr Club (KSA)

Fri, 18 Apr, 2025

Know Your Teams: Al Nassr Club (KSA)

Kuala Lumpur: Al Nassr Club will spare no effort in attempting to lift the AFC Champions League Elite™ 2024/25 title when the Finals kick off next week.

Having had to previously settle for two semi-final finishes, Al Nassr will feel this is their best chance to lay their hands on the coveted trophy after having cruised into the knockout stage.

Know Your Teams: Al Hilal SFC (KSA)

Thu, 17 Apr, 2025

Know Your Teams: Al Hilal SFC (KSA)

Kuala Lumpur: Al Hilal SFC will head into the AFC Champions League Elite™ Finals 2024/25 determined to lift the Asian title for a fifth time.

Jorge Jesus' side were denied by eventual champions Al Ain FC of the UAE in the semi-finals of the 2024/25 edition and will spare no effort in making sure they go all the way.

Know Your Teams: Al Ahli Saudi FC (KSA)

Wed, 16 Apr, 2025

Know Your Teams: Al Ahli Saudi FC (KSA)

Kuala Lumpur: The kick off for the AFC Champions League Elite™ Finals 2024/25 is just over a week away with the eight teams in their final phase of preparations.

Ahead of the quarter-final action kicking off on April 25, the-AFC.com takes a look at the remaining eight sides, with Al Ahli Saudi FC the first to be featured.

Predict and win in the #ACLEliteFinals 2024/25 Matchup Challenge

Tue, 22 Apr, 2025

Predict and win in the #ACLEliteFinals 2024/25 Matchup Challenge

Kuala Lumpur: The AFC Champions League Elite™ 2024/25 is heating up as the top clubs from across the continent converge in Saudi Arabia for the Finals where they will battle each other to become the new champions of Asia.  

Asian football fans also have the chance to showcase their game knowledge during the Finals by predicting the results of the matches, including the quarter-finals, semi-finals and final of the continental showpiece.  

Do you have what it takes to predict the next Asian champion? Register, test your football foresight and stand a chance to win the ultimate prize in this thrilling contest.