Saudi Arabia to host next three Asian Champions League Elite finals
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 30, 2026, 8:24 AM
Last updated Jul 30, 2026
Saudi Arabia will organize the next three editions of the Asian Champions League Elite finals, as confirmed by the Asian Football Confederation's executive committee. The country previously hosted the first two finals of the newly structured event, with Jeddah-based Al-Ahli winning both titles. The upcoming tournament will expand from 24 to 32 teams, with qualifying rounds commencing on August 11. The draw for the league phase is scheduled for August 18, and the matches will begin on September 14.
- •Saudi Arabia confirmed as host for next three finals
- •Al-Ahli won the last two finals
- •Tournament expands to 32 teams this season
- •Qualifying rounds start on August 11
- •League phase draw on August 18
- 8:24 AMYahoo Sports — Saudi Arabia confirmed to host Asian Champions League Elite finals
"Saudi Arabia has hosted the last two Asian Champions League Elite finals and has now been confirmed for the next three.
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