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The AFC Asian Champions League is the top continental competition for football clubs in Asia, running from January to November.
Al-Nassr’s Cristiano Ronaldo will spearhead his Saudi Arabian club’s challenge in the Asian Champions League Elite finals. Photo: Reuters
Cristiano Ronaldo

Ronaldo’s Al-Nassr to meet Yokohama in Asian Champions League quarter-finals

All four quarter-finals will be played in a centralised event in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, with the port city also hosting the semis and final.

Chinese Super League

Shenhua coach says Chinese teams must up intensity to compete in Champions League

Shandong Taishan pull out of Asian Champions League Elite just before Ulsan game

Asian Football Confederation (AFC)

Japan trio set to progress, Ulsan face exit as Asian Champions League resumes

Yokohama F Marinos, Vissel Kobe face Chinese sides while Kawasaki Frontale travel to South Korea; Ulsan Hyundai must beat Buriram.

Yokohama F Marinos forward Elber in action against Korean side Gwangju in the opening round of matches in the AFC Champions League Elite. Photo: AFC
Cristiano Ronaldo

Al-Hilal stay top of Asian Champions League west group as Ronaldo eyes next round

Saudi side Al-Hilal thrash Iran’s Persepolis 4-1 while Ronaldo’s Al-Nassr keep pace as striker marks 40th birthday with 2 goals in 4-0 win.

Cristiano Ronaldo

Ronaldo ready for elite Asian Champions League action before milestone birthday

Portuguese star’s high-scoring form in Saudi Pro League could help Al-Nassr – bolstered by a new striker – to their first continental title.

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AFC Cup

Qatar’s continental defence, Saudis named World Cup hosts in big 2024 for Asia

The past 12 months saw the continent awarded another crack at welcoming the globe’s biggest footballing event.

Qatar players celebrate after successfully defending their Asian Cup title with victory in the final against surprise-package Jordan. Photo: AP
The Football Association of Hong Kong, China

AFC Champions League 2: teenage Hong Kong star shines but Eastern lose in Japan

Sanfrecce Hiroshima too strong as Hong Kong side finish bottom of group with 3 points, but sublime opening goal by Ng Yu-hei shows promise.

The Football Association of Hong Kong, China

‘Club first’ for coach as Eastern face Hiroshima 72 hours before Hong Kong date

Eastern coach Roberto Losada eyes opportunity for notable win, with Japanese side facing crunch weekend domestic clash.

The Football Association of Hong Kong, China

AFC Champions League 2: Lee Man avoid embarrassment after earning Tampines point

New boss Matt Holland claims point, but dismal Mong Kok attendance provides fitting backdrop for drab affair.

Henri Anier pursues the ball during Lee Man’s AFC Champions League Two clash with Tampines Rovers. Photo: Elson Li

Asian Champions League Elite: Marinos take lead in east zone, Al-Hilal top west

The J-League outfit beat Central Coast as other teams squandered chances to book places in the last 16; the situation is clearer in the west.

Al Gharafa’s Joselu (left) in a tussle with Al-Hilal’s Renan Lodi, whose team won 3-0 to go to the top of the western zone of the Asian Champions League Elite. Photo: Reuters
The Football Association of Hong Kong, China

Tampines star back in Hong Kong for ‘bucket-list’ night after national service

Lee Man host Tampines Rovers on Wednesday aiming to avoid ignominy of becoming first pointless Hong Kong team in Asian competition.

Asian Football Confederation (AFC)

Saudi, Japanese and Chinese clubs setting the pace in Asian Champions League Elite

Like the European version, Asia’s top-tier tournament has expanded the number of group-stage games, putting extra demands on clubs.

The Football Association of Hong Kong, China

Hong Kong clubs no match for Asia’s best, coach says after another heavy defeat

Eastern exit AFC Champions League Two following 4-1 defeat at home to Sydney, having lost away fixture 5-0.

Anas Ouahim scored his first hat-trick for Sydney in their comfortable win over Eastern. Photo: May Tse
The Football Association of Hong Kong, China

Losada prepared to sacrifice glamour Sydney clash for cup glory in Hong Kong

Eastern face the Australian club on Thursday night before facing BC Rangers in the Senior Shield semi-final on Sunday.

Eastern head coach Roberto Losada chats with Sydney FC’s former Bayern Munich forward Douglas Costa after the sides’ meeting in September. Photo: AFP
The Football Association of Hong Kong, China

Eastern ace highlights respect for Man Utd’s Maguire after facing own criticism

Leung Kwun-chung opens up on verbal attacks he has received from supporters due to off-field commitments.

The Football Association of Hong Kong, China

Eastern keeper Yapp questions ‘unfair’ VAR regulations in AFC Champions League 2

A controversial penalty conceded by the Hong Kong club was key to their 2-1 loss at home to Kaya FC, making them unlikely to progress.

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The Football Association of Hong Kong, China

Eastern lose to 10-man Kaya FC to blow golden AFC Champions League 2 opportunity

Marcos Gondra equaliser soon after visitors reduced to 10 men puts Eastern in box seat, but Filipino team strike late for smash-and-grab win.

Eastern’s Marcos Gondra leaps to clear a Kaya corner at Mong Kok Stadium. Photo: Edmond So

Philippines football ‘faster, more physical’ than Hong Kong, ex-Eastern player says

Eastern take on Kaya FC on Thursday, after Bangkok United score four in last 23 minutes to end Lee Man’s hopes of Champions League progress.

Cristiano Ronaldo

Mariners grab AFC Champions League point at the death against Shanghai Shenhua

Australian champions grab their first point in four matches against Chinese league runner-up with goal deep in injury time at home.

Asian Football Confederation (AFC)

Asia’s revamped club competitions will get time to develop, football bosses say

Hong Kong club side Eastern to take on Kaya Iloilo of the Philippines at Mong Kok Stadium on Thursday.

Neymar of Al Hilal controls the ball during his side’s AFC Champions League Elite match agaisnt Al Ain. Photo: Getty Images
The Football Association of Hong Kong, China

Eastern boss wants to change Hong Kong football mindset, secures Philippines win

Noah Baffoe delivers stunning winning goal to give Eastern first victory for Hong Kong club in this season’s AFC Champions League Two.

Noah Baffoe (centre) celebrates his winning goal with Jesse Yu (left), Felipe Sa and Leung Kwun-chung (right). Photo: Eastern
The Football Association of Hong Kong, China

Lee Man ‘in difficult situation’ after Bangkok striker Jradi’s moment of magic

Hong Kong champions have lost all three of their games in the continental competition, Eastern match delayed by Storm Trami.

Asian Football Confederation (AFC)

Midfielder says Lee Man eyeing Champions League progress amid leadership doubts

Lee Man host Bangkok United at Mong Kok Stadium on Thursday, while Hong Kong counterparts Eastern face Kaya-Iloilo in the Philippines.

The Football Association of Hong Kong, China

Young football star Ng urged to ‘get out of Hong Kong’ to fulfil vast potential

Eastern go to Philippine side Kaya-Iloilo on Thursday seeking their first victory in this season’s AFC Champions League Two competition.

Eastern’s 18-year-old forward Ng Yu-hei has skills that separate already separate him from most of his peers. Photo: Handout
Asian Football Confederation (AFC)

AFC under fire for moving Ronaldo and Al Nassr Iran game after India snub

Security in situation forces game to be moved to Dubai, but India’s Mohun Bagan were punished for refusing to travel to unsettled region.

Cristiano Ronaldo and Al Nassr have had their game moved to Dubai. Photo: Reuters
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The Football Association of Hong Kong, China

Sanfrecce Hiroshima leave it so late to break Eastern hearts in Champions League

Hong Kong’s Eastern lead then fight back to level before being stunned in stoppage time.

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