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UAE Clubs Confirmed for Asian Champions League
The Asian Football Confederation announced major changes to the format of its tournaments for 2026. The number of clubs participating in the AFC Champions League has been increased to 32 teams in the group stage, including clubs such as Al Ain, Shabab Al Ahli, and Al Wasl from the United Arab Emirates. Some teams have secured qualification playoff matches, while others have been seeded from countries like Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Iran, Uzbekistan, Iraq, and others. The qualification rounds will begin on August 11, 2026, with the group stage kicking off on September 14. The tournaments will also feature competitions for the East, and a Challenge League, aimed at building a comprehensive pyramid that includes all levels and further enhancing Asian football's competitiveness.
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