Alaaeldin makes Al Arabi switch, Brener boosts Antlers

Fri, 16 Aug, 2024

Alaaeldin makes Al Arabi switch, Brener boosts Antlers

Doha: Experienced forward Ahmed Alaaeldin has made the move to join Al Arabi on loan from Al Gharafa in a bid to get more playing minutes in the Qatar Stars League.

The 31-year-old Qatar international enjoyed two Qatar Stars Cup successes with Al Gharafa but will now be working with head coach Younes Ali at Al Arabi, who finished fifth in the league last season.

Ito goes to Belgium, Nakayama beefs up Machida

Thu, 15 Aug, 2024

Ito goes to Belgium, Nakayama beefs up Machida

Gent: Belgian Pro League side KAA Gent have confirmed the capture of Japanese midfielder Atsuki Ito on a four-year contract from Urawa Red Diamonds.

The 26-year-old Ito played 177 times for the J1 side and was also the captain of the team, playing his part in Urawa lifting the 2022 AFC Champions League™.

Hojageldiyev praises Altyn Asyr’s grit against East Bengal

Thu, 15 Aug, 2024

Hojageldiyev praises Altyn Asyr’s grit against East Bengal

Kolkata: Altyn Asyr head coach Yazguly Hojageldiyev lauded his team for showing nerves of steel after the Turkmenistan club overturned a one-goal deficit to defeat East Bengal 3-2 in the AFC Champions League Two™ Preliminary Stage on Wednesday.

Altyn Asyr fell behind in the seventh minute but recovered to score twice heading into the break before adding the third, with East Bengal netting a late consolation.

#ACLTwo teams decided

Thu, 15 Aug, 2024

#ACLTwo teams decided

Kuala Lumpur: Turkmenistan's Altyn Asyr FC and Kuwait SC of Kuwait were the final teams to confirm their places in the AFC Champions League Two™ 2024/25 group stage after winning their respective Preliminary Stage 1 ties on Wednesday.

Altyn Asyr defeated India's East Bengal 3-2 in a thrilling match while Kuwait SC beat Al Ahli of Bahrain 1-0.

The two join 30 other teams in Friday's draw in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

Akhmedov pleased Abdysh-Ata pass tough test

Wed, 14 Aug, 2024

Akhmedov pleased Abdysh-Ata pass tough test

Jalal-Abad: Islam Akhmedov was full of admiration for his FC Abdysh-Ata Kant side after the Kyrgyz Republic outfit confirmed their place in the AFC Challenge League™ 2024/25 group stage.

The 62-year-old head coach oversaw a 2-0 win over Afghanistan’s Attack FC at Kurmanbek Stadium in a Preliminary Stage 1 tie with a goal in each half settling the contest.

Madibo credits Al Gharafa’s perseverance for win against Al Shabab

Wed, 14 Aug, 2024

Madibo credits Al Gharafa’s perseverance for win against Al Shabab

Al Khor: Al Gharafa's Assim Madibo hailed his team's resilience and the support of their fans after securing a 1-0 victory over United Arab Emirates’ Shabab Al Ahli, sealing their place in the AFC Champions League Elite™ 2024/25 group stage.

Ferjani Sassi's second-half header proved to be the decisive moment at the Al Bayt Stadium on Tuesday, with Shabab Al Ahli unable to find an equaliser despite multiple attempts.

Choi sets Shandong knockout stage target

Wed, 14 Aug, 2024

Choi sets Shandong knockout stage target

Jinan: Head coach Choi Kang-hee wants to see his Shandong Taishan side present themselves as formidable opponents when the AFC Champions League Elite™ 2024/25 group stage begins in September.

This comes after his Chinese Super League side came from behind to edge Bangkok United 4-3 on penalties in a keenly fought Preliminary Stage 2 tie to clinch their place in Friday’s group stage draw.