Preview: Ulsan HD FC v Chengdu Rongcheng FC (CHN)

Ulsan: Former champions Ulsan HD will be determined to put their woes behind them by kicking off their AFC Champions League Elite™ 2025/26 campaign with a win against Chengdu Rongcheng FC on Wednesday.

MD1: Al Ahli Saudi FC (KSA) 4-2 PFC Nasaf (UZB)

Jeddah: Al Ahli Saudi FC produced a fantastic second half comeback to edge PFC Nazaf 4-2 in their opening AFC Champions League Elite™ 2025/26 tie on Monday.

MD1: Al Shorta (IRQ) 1-1 Al Sadd SC (QAT)

Baghdad: Al Shorta were forced to settle for a share of the points after Al Sadd SC came from behind to hold the Iraqi side 1-1 in their AFC Champions League Elite™ 2025/26 League Stage opener at the Al Zawraa Stadium on Monday.

MD1: Al Wahda FC (UAE) 2-1 Al Ittihad Club (KSA)

Abu Dhabi: Lucas Pimenta scored in the eighth minute of stoppage time to give hosts Al Wahda FC a 2-1 win over 10-man Al Ittihad Club in their opening AFC Champions League Elite™ 2025/26 tie at the Al Nahyan Stadium on Monday.

MD1: Sharjah FC (UAE) 4-3 Al Gharafa SC (QAT)

Sharjah: Igor Coronado struck deep into injury time to earn hosts Sharjah FC a thrilling 4-3 win over 10-man Al Gharafa at Sharjah Stadium on Monday as the Emirati side kicked off their AFC Champions League Elite™ 2025/26 campaign in dramatic style.

Europe Wrap: Asia’s top back to their best

Kuala Lumpur: Asia’s stars resumed their inspired exploits as major European leagues came alive after the first international break of the season.