Japanese Teams Set to Participate in ACLE and ACL2 for 2024-25 Season

The Japan Football Association (JFA) has made official the selection of Japanese teams for the upcoming AFC Champions League Elite (ACLE) and AFC Champions League 2 (ACL2) for the 2024-25 season. In a significant reorganization, the AFC will introduce three tiers of competition, including ACLE, ACL2, and AFC Challenge League (ACGL).

For the 2024-25 season, the ACLE will feature Vissel Kobe, the 2023 J1 League champions, alongside Kawasaki Frontale, winners of the 103rd Emperor’s Cup, and Yokohama F. Marinos, runners-up in the 2023 J1 League. On the other hand, Sanfrecce Hiroshima, who finished third in the 2023 J1 League, will be the sole representative in the ACL2 competition.

This evolution in the AFC club competition structure marks a new era for Japanese football, with the allocation of “3” slots for the ACLE and “1” slot for ACL2. The changing landscape aims to enhance the competitive nature of Asian football and provide more opportunities for Japanese clubs to showcase their talents on the continental stage.

With this announcement, fans can look forward to witnessing thrilling matches and memorable performances as these top Japanese clubs battle it out against the best teams in Asia. The inclusion of clubs like Vissel Kobe, Kawasaki Frontale, Yokohama F. Marinos, and Sanfrecce Hiroshima in prestigious competitions such as the ACLE and ACL2 highlights the strength and depth of football in Japan.

As the football world eagerly anticipates the kickoff of the 2024-25 season, these Japanese teams will be gearing up to make an impact and represent their country with pride. Stay tuned for exciting updates and coverage as the journey towards continental glory begins for Vissel Kobe, Kawasaki Frontale, Yokohama F. Marinos, and Sanfrecce Hiroshima in the upcoming AFC club competitions.

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