Pohang down Nagoya to remain in the hunt for record fourth Asian crown
Pohang Steelers remain on course to win a record fourth Asian title after advancing into the semifinals of AFC Champions League 2021.
Dominant Al Hilal, Al Nassr set up all-Saudi Arabian semi in AFC Champions League
Al Hilal and Al Nassr will contest an all-Saudi Arabia semifinal in AFC Champions League 2021 after both eased into the final four on Saturday.
Jeonbuk, Ulsan bring battle to continental stage in ACL quarters
The AFC Champions League 2021 quarterfinals is headlined by an all-South Korean clash between two giants on Sunday.
Vietnam risk wasting Quang Hai's generational talent
Nguyen Quang Hai has been the star of Vietnam's rise in recent years but is running the risk of his career stagnating.
Saudi Arabia poised to make waves, and not just because of Newcastle's new owners
Overlooked in the scrutiny surrounding Newcastle's ownership is just how good Saudi Arabia's national team has become.
Could Lion City Sailors' Singapore title triumph be the birth of Asia's next superpower?
Having won their maiden Singapore Premier League title, can Lion City Sailors conquer Asia next?
Lion City Sailors crowned champions of Singapore
Lion City Sailors are the first local champions of the Singapore Premier League in seven years after sealing the title on Sunday.
South Korean giants Ulsan, Jeonbuk to duel in AFC Champions League quarters
The AFC Champions League 2021 quarter-finals will pit two South Korean giants against each other in Ulsan Hyundai and Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors.
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.
AFC CL Table
| 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 |