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South Korean duo advances in ACL but Thailand's BG Pathum United depart with pride
Although their debut AFC Champions League campaign has come to an end, Thailand's BG Pathum United can be proud of their displays in 2021.
Ulsan keep alive hopes of retaining ACL crown while Nagoya advance in thriller
Defending champions Ulsan Hyundai, Nagoya Grampus and Al Hilal are the first three teams to advance into the AFC Champions League quarter-finals.
What did we learn from Johor Darul Ta'zim's 8th consecutive Malaysia Super League title?
Johor Darul Ta'zim's dominance in Malaysia has continued but will it set them up for a stronger display in next year's AFC Champions League?
Johor Darul Ta'zim win 8th consecutive Malaysia Super League title
Johor Darul Ta'zim have won an 8th consecutive Malaysia Super League title with two games to spare following a 3-0 win over Sri Pahang on Friday.
Saudi Arabia to host 2021 AFC Champions League final
The Asian Football Confederation has announced that the 2021 AFC Champions League final will be hosted in Saudi Arabia.
Ex-Juventus star Sebastian Giovinco leaves Asian giants Al Hilal
Al Hilal have parted ways with talismanic playmaker Sebastian Giovinco, who played a pivotal role in their 2019 AFC Champions League success.
Iniesta, Vissel Kobe will have to wait for success despite recent star signings
Despite a raft of big-name signings recently, it appears that Andres Iniesta's Vissel Kobe will have to wait till at least 2022 to taste success.
Japan's Kaoru Mitoma earns move to Premier League with Brighton
Japan international Kaoru Mitoma has earned a move to Premier League outfit Brighton but will spend the coming season on loan in Belgium.
Ex-Barcelona starlet Bojan reunites with Iniesta at Vissel Kobe
Vissel Kobe's recent transfer spree has continued with the signing of Bojan Krkic, who will reunite with former Barcelona team-mate Andres Iniesta.
Vissel Kobe complete double capture of Yuya Osako, Yoshinori Muto
Vissel Kobe have bolstered their attack with the double capture of Japan internationals Yuya Osako and Yoshinori Muto.
Persepolis win record 7th Iranian league title
Persepolis are champions of Iran for a record 7th time after winning a fifth consecutive Persian Gulf Pro League title on Friday evening.
From Batistuta and Desailly to Xavi and Sneijder: Qatari football's highest-profile signings ever
Toby Alderweireld has become one of Qatari football's most-expensive transfers ever, but he is far from the most famous to have made such a move.
With China's purse strings tightened, are Qatar now Asia's biggest players?
Following Al Duhail's signing of Toby Alderweireld, Qatar could be positioned to be Asia's biggest transfer market players.
Alderweireld leaves Spurs for Qatar's Al Duhail
After six seasons with Tottenham, Belgium international Toby Alderweireld has left the club to join Qatar's Al Duhail on a three-year contract.
As JDT return to winning ways, can Arif and Safawi feature together?
Malaysian giants Johor Darul Ta'zim boast two wing wizards in Safawi Rasid and Arif Aiman, but can they both be accommodated in the same side?
ACL hopefuls Al Nassr sign Europa League winner Ramiro Funes
Al Nassr have strengthened ahead of the resumption of the AFC Champions League campaign with the signing of Europa League winner Ramiro Funes Mori.
Xavi's Al Sadd snap up Ghana captain Andre Ayew
Xavi has bolstered his Al Sadd attack with the signing of Ghana captain Andre Ayew on a free transfer.
Lion City Sailors show promise in Kim's first game but Albirex still the team to beat
In Kim Do-hoon's first game in charge, Lion City Sailors showed much promise but champions Albirex Niigata (S) are still look the team to beat.
ACL contenders Sharjah snap up Everton's Bernard
Sharjah have bolstered their squad ahead of the AFC Champions League knockout round with the signing of Brazilian attacker Bernard from Everton.
Paulinho signs for Al Ahli after leaving China
Former Brazil international Paulinho has joined Saudi Arabia's Al Ahli after parting ways with Chinese Super League giants Guangzhou.
South Korean starlet Song leaves Pohang for rivals Jeonbuk
Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors have sealed the capture of highly-rated Song Min-kyu from K League 1 rivals Pohang Steelers on a four-and-a-half year deal.
Can Kyogo Furuhashi become the next Asian cult hero at Celtic?
Will Celtic's signing of Japanese attacker Kyogo Furuhashi be the second coming of cult hero Shunsuke Nakamura?
AFC CL Ladder
| AFC Champions League - Group A | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Istiklol | 6 | 3 | 1 | 2 | +2 | 10 |
| Al Hilal | 6 | 3 | 1 | 2 | +2 | 10 |
| Shabab Al-Ahli | 6 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 7 |
| AGMK | 6 | 2 | 1 | 3 | -4 | 7 |
| AFC Champions League - Group B | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| Sharjah | 6 | 3 | 2 | 1 | +3 | 11 |
| Traktor Sazi FC | 6 | 2 | 4 | 0 | +3 | 10 |
| Pakhtakor Tashkent | 6 | 1 | 4 | 1 | -2 | 7 |
| Air Force Club | 6 | 0 | 2 | 4 | -4 | 2 |
| AFC Champions League - Group C | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| Esteghlal | 6 | 3 | 2 | 1 | +6 | 11 |
| Al Duhail | 6 | 2 | 3 | 1 | +2 | 9 |
| Al-Ahli | 6 | 2 | 3 | 1 | +1 | 9 |
| Al-Shorta | 6 | 1 | 0 | 5 | -9 | 3 |
| AFC Champions League - Group D | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| Al Nassr | 6 | 3 | 2 | 1 | +4 | 11 |
| Al Sadd | 6 | 3 | 1 | 2 | +2 | 10 |
| Al Wehdat | 6 | 2 | 1 | 3 | -3 | 7 |
| Foolad | 6 | 1 | 2 | 3 | -3 | 5 |
| AFC Champions League - Group E | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| Persepolis | 6 | 5 | 0 | 1 | +9 | 15 |
| Al-Wahda | 6 | 4 | 1 | 1 | +4 | 13 |
| FC Goa | 6 | 0 | 3 | 3 | -7 | 3 |
| Al Rayyan | 6 | 0 | 2 | 4 | -6 | 2 |
| AFC Champions League - Group F | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| Ulsan Hyundai | 6 | 6 | 0 | 0 | +12 | 18 |
| BG Pathum United | 6 | 4 | 0 | 2 | +4 | 12 |
| Viettel | 6 | 2 | 0 | 4 | -2 | 6 |
| Kaya | 6 | 0 | 0 | 6 | -14 | 0 |
| AFC Champions League - Group G | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| Nagoya Grampus | 6 | 5 | 1 | 0 | +12 | 16 |
| Pohang Steelers | 6 | 3 | 2 | 1 | +4 | 11 |
| Johor Darul Ta'zim | 6 | 1 | 1 | 4 | -6 | 4 |
| Ratchaburi Mitrphol | 6 | 0 | 2 | 4 | -10 | 2 |
| AFC Champions League - Group H | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| Jeonbuk Motors | 6 | 5 | 1 | 0 | +17 | 16 |
| Gamba Osaka | 6 | 2 | 3 | 1 | +8 | 9 |
| Chiangrai United | 6 | 2 | 2 | 2 | +1 | 8 |
| Tampines Rovers | 6 | 0 | 0 | 6 | -26 | 0 |
| AFC Champions League - Group I | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| Kawasaki Frontale | 6 | 6 | 0 | 0 | +24 | 18 |
| Daegu FC | 6 | 4 | 0 | 2 | +16 | 12 |
| United City | 6 | 1 | 1 | 4 | -20 | 4 |
| Beijing Guoan | 6 | 0 | 1 | 5 | -20 | 1 |
| AFC Champions League - Group J | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| Cerezo Osaka | 6 | 4 | 2 | 0 | +11 | 14 |
| Kitchee | 6 | 3 | 2 | 1 | +3 | 11 |
| Port | 6 | 2 | 2 | 2 | +2 | 8 |
| Guangzhou | 6 | 0 | 0 | 6 | -16 | 0 |