No stopping JDT, but real test awaits in AFC Champions League
After dominating the Malaysia Super League again Johor Darul Ta'zim FC now set their sights on the AFC Champions League.
Asian Champions League's East Zone matches set start date
The Asian Champions League's rescheduled group stage matches for clubs in the East Zone will be Nov. 18-Dec. 4, the AFC confirmed Tuesday.
Persepolis beats Al Nassr to reach ACL Finals
While Al Nassr dominated for most of the match, it was Iran's Persepolis FC that won in penalties to advance to the AFC Champions League Finals.
Striker gets six-month ban for offensive gesture
Iranian striker Issa Alekasir has been handed a six-month ban by the Asian Football Confederation for a "discriminatory gesture."
Shan United win Myanmar title, qualify for AFC Cup
Shan United wins the Myanmar National League crown, guaranteeing it a place in next season's AFC Cup.
Persepolis beat Pakhtakor to book spot in AFC CL semis (1:35)
Al Nassr, Persepolis advance to ACL semis
Al Nassr FC and Persepolis both cruised past their opponents to set up a West Zone semifinals clash on Saturday.
Persepolis scores late goal to knock out Al Sadd
A late header from Issa Alekasir was all the scoring Persepolis needed to advance to the West Zone quarterfinals.
Persepolis, Al Taawoun advance in AFC Champs League
The final day of play started with all four teams from Group C still vying for the last two spots in the knockout rounds.
Al-Taawoun progress to ACL Round of 16 for first time in club history (2:23)
Australia national teams ready for big year; COVID complications in focus
When even the launch of a new kit sparks controversy, you know it's been a spicy week in Australian football. Here's the latest wrap from Australia.
Al Hilal kicked out of AFC Champs League after fielding just 11 players
Defending champions Al Hilal, which had 15 players test positive for COVID-19 last week, was forced to withdraw from the AFC Champions League.
Sharjah's six goals clobber Al Taawoun, force decider against Persepolis
Sharjah FC's win coupled with Persepolis' loss means the two sides will be play in a winner advances tie on Thursday in the AFC Champions League.
Depleted Al Hilal limp into Round of 16 after goalless draw
With 15 players in quarantine Al Hilal managed to secure the point they needed to advance to the knockout stages.
Bangkok United make it five wins in a row
Bangkok United FC remain perfect in the Thai top division and beat Suphanburi FC in their first match since play resumed.
Al Nassr FC secures spot in knockout stages
Saudi Arabia's Al Nassr FC on Friday secured a place in the knockout stages of AFC Champions League after a 2-0 win against Sepahan SC.
Late goal helps Shabab Al Ahli Dubai to much-needed win in the ACL (1:47)
Champions Al Hilal stay top of ACL Group B following goalless draw (1:47)
Al Hilal held by Pakhtakor; Al Shorta wins first ever ACL match
Al Hilal, fielding a weakened roster after several players tested positive for COVID-19, settled for a 1-1 draw against Pakhtakor Tashkent.
Al Sadd, Al Ain play out six-goal thriller in ACL return
Al Ain managed to grab their first point of the 2020 ACL season in a 3-3 tie against Group D contenders Al Sadd.
Al Hilal edge 10-man Pakhtakor as AFC Champions League returns
Al Hilal picked up where they left off in the AFC Champions League with a win over Pakhtakor as the West Zone resumed play after a six-month delay.
UAE's Al Wahda withdraws from AFC Champions League
United Arab Emirates club Al Wahda have been withdrawn from the AFC Champions League after failing to arrive in Doha, Qatar for group matches.
Malaysia's Johor Darul Ta'zim tops Terengganu
Johor Darul Ta'zim FC opens an eight-point lead atop the Malaysia Super League table.
Al Hilal look to defend their title as the AFC Champions League returns
Here's everything that has happened in the West Zone over the past six months as Saudi giants Al Hilal look to continue their run.
Five players to watch in the AFC Champions League West Zone's return
Santi Cazorla joining Al Sadd could cause a shift in the West Zone as numerous clubs look to unseat Al Hilal's reign at the top.
AFC CL Ladder
| AFC CHAMPIONS LEAGUE - GROUP A | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Al-Ahli | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | -2 | 6 |
| Esteghlal | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | +2 | 5 |
| Al-Shorta | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 5 |
| AFC CHAMPIONS LEAGUE - GROUP B | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| Pakhtakor Tashkent | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | +5 | 10 |
| Shabab Al-Ahli | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | +1 | 7 |
| Shahr Khodrou | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | -6 | 0 |
| AFC CHAMPIONS LEAGUE - GROUP C | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| Persepolis | 6 | 3 | 1 | 2 | +3 | 10 |
| Al-Taawoun | 6 | 3 | 0 | 3 | -4 | 9 |
| Al Duhail | 6 | 3 | 0 | 3 | -1 | 9 |
| Sharjah | 6 | 2 | 1 | 3 | +2 | 7 |
| AFC CHAMPIONS LEAGUE - GROUP D | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| Al Nassr | 6 | 3 | 2 | 1 | +4 | 11 |
| Al Sadd | 6 | 2 | 3 | 1 | +6 | 9 |
| Sepahan | 6 | 2 | 1 | 3 | -2 | 7 |
| Al-Ain | 6 | 1 | 2 | 3 | -8 | 5 |
| AFC CHAMPIONS LEAGUE - GROUP E | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| FC Seoul | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | +1 | 3 |
| Beijing Sinobo Guoan | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | +1 | 3 |
| Melbourne Victory | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| Chiangrai United | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | -2 | 0 |
| AFC CHAMPIONS LEAGUE - GROUP F | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| FC Tokyo | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | +1 | 4 |
| Ulsan Hyundai | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Shanghai Shenhua | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Perth Glory | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | -1 | 0 |
| AFC CHAMPIONS LEAGUE - GROUP G | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| Vissel Kobe | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | +5 | 6 |
| Johor Darul Ta'zim | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | -3 | 3 |
| Guangzhou Evergrande | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suwon Bluewings | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | -2 | 0 |
| AFC CHAMPIONS LEAGUE - GROUP H | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| Yokohama F. Marinos | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | +5 | 6 |
| Jeonbuk Motors | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | -1 | 1 |
| Sydney FC | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | -4 | 1 |
| Shanghai SIPG | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |