AFC Champions League 2
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The AFC Champions League Two is Asia's second-tier men's club football competition, bringing together clubs from across the continent to compete for an important continental trophy. The 2026/27 edition is the 22nd season of the competition and features 32 clubs in the group stage. Gamba Osaka are the current champions, after defeating Al Nassr 1-0 in the 2025/26 final to claim their first AFC Champions League Two title.
What's new in AFC Champions League Two 2026/27?
The 2026/27 competition continues with a 32-team group stage divided between the West and East regions. The clubs are drawn into eight groups of four, with four groups allocated to each region. Each team plays six group-stage matches, meeting every opponent once at home and once away.
The tournament also retains its qualification pathway through a preliminary stage. Some clubs enter directly into the group stage, while others must progress through preliminary matches to secure their place. The preliminary stage is played as one-off ties, adding an early knockout element before the group stage begins.
After the group stage, the competition moves into the knockout rounds. The leading teams progress to the Round of 16, followed by the quarter-finals and semi-finals. The quarter-finals and semi-finals are played over two legs, while the final is decided by a single match. The 2026/27 group stage is scheduled to begin on September 15, 2026.
AFC Champions League Two 2026/27 top 3 title contenders
Gamba Osaka
The defending champions enter the new campaign with valuable continental experience after defeating Al Nassr in the 2025/26 final. Their successful run last season, including wins over strong opponents in the knockout rounds, makes Gamba Osaka one of the teams to watch again.
Al Nassr
Al Nassr came within one victory of the trophy last season, reaching the final after a dominant campaign before losing 1-0 to Gamba Osaka. Their experience at continental level and squad quality make the Saudi club one of the leading contenders to challenge for the title again.
Pohang Steelers
Pohang Steelers remain one of Asia's most experienced clubs in continental competition. Their strong history in AFC tournaments and ability to compete against leading teams from across the region make them a potential threat as the 2026/27 competition progresses.
AFC Champions League Two 2026/27 fixtures, results and H2H
Follow the latest AFC Champions League Two fixtures and results on TrueScore. Check upcoming matches and completed results, while tracking the group standings and comparing teams through head-to-head statistics.
Live results
Stay updated with live AFC Champions League Two scores and match results as games take place. Track ongoing matches in real time and check final scores throughout the preliminary stage, group stage and knockout rounds.
AFC Champions League 2 fixtures
View upcoming AFC Champions League Two matches and the complete 2026/27 schedule, from the preliminary stage through to the final. The group stage begins on September 15, 2026, with the competition continuing through the knockout rounds before the final.
Standings
Follow the latest AFC Champions League Two standings for the West and East regions. See each club's position, points, goal difference, wins, draws and defeats, while tracking which teams are moving towards the knockout stage.
H2H
Compare two AFC Champions League Two teams through head-to-head statistics, including previous meetings, results and recent records. H2H data provides useful context when clubs from different Asian leagues meet during the competition.
The 2026/27 AFC Champions League Two promises another competitive continental campaign, with 32 clubs competing across the West and East regions before the tournament moves into the knockout rounds. Follow the AFC Champions League Two fixtures, results, standings, H2H stats, and news throughout the season on TrueScore.
