Asian Champions League 1 and 2 thread

[HappyGuus]

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This would be an excellent time to go cap in hand to local council and government for upgrades. Heidelberg will be in Asia representing the local area! It's not like there's another sport in the area that can achieve that.

 

[Brenton1986]

https://www.nst.com.my/sports/football/2026/04/1417571/selangor-kuching-city-eye-spots-expanded-acl-elite

 

[Brenton1986]

According to the new ACL format, “Nasaf” is expected to participate in the AFC Champions League 2 tournament – Zamin.uz, 14.04.2026

The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) is introducing major changes to the format of the AFC Champions League (ACL). These updates affect not only the structure of the tournament but also the quota system allocated to countries. According to information, under the new system Uzbekistan retains one

zamin.uz

 

[HappyGuus]

According to the new ACL format, “Nasaf” is expected to participate in the AFC Champions League 2 tournament – Zamin.uz, 14.04.2026

The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) is introducing major changes to the format of the AFC Champions League (ACL). These updates affect not only the structure of the tournament but also the quota system allocated to countries. According to information, under the new system Uzbekistan retains one

zamin.uz

Great sleuthing @Brenton1986

If I read it correctly, Uzbekistan, 5th ranked in the west, receives a bonus playoff spot for ACLE. As Australia is 5th in the east, we can assume wed receive the same.

With just two rounds remaining, suddenly much more to play for in the A-League!