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Five Saudi Clubs Join Champions Asia
The participation of five Saudi clubs in the 2026-2027 AFC Champions League, the first of its kind in terms of foreign competitions, demonstrates the remarkable development of Saudi football. The Kingdom has secured three direct spots and two through the preliminary round, thanks to its top ranking in the Asian Football Confederation's standings. The clubs qualified based on their achievements in local tournaments, with Al-Ahli winning the titles in the past two editions, while Al-Nassr qualified through the Roshen League. The remaining three—Al-Ittihad, Al-Hilal, and Al-Qadsiyah—earned their spots based on their standings in the domestic league. Additionally, Saudi Arabia will host the tournament finals for the first time since it was approved to host three consecutive editions from 2026 to 2029. This highlights the strength of the Kingdom’s infrastructure and sports organization, with a total of eight clubs participating in regional and continental competitions, further expanding and strengthening Saudi football's presence.
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