Al Ittihad

Bunyodkor Bunyodkor may fail to advance from the AFC Champions League group stages for the first time, while Al Fateh look for their first goal.

Al Ahli Al Nasr and Al Ahli closed the gap at the top of the Arabian Gulf League as leaders Al Wahda were held to a 2-2 draw by Al Wasl.

Al Ittihad Al Ain will hope that a late stadium change and subsequent travel issues have no impact on their AFC Champions League tie at Al Ittihad.

Al Wahda Al Wahda saw their lead at the top of the Arabian Gulf League cut following Thursday's enthralling 3-3 draw with Ajman.

Al Ain Al Ahli began the defence of their title with a 1-0 win at Al Sharjah in the Arabian Gulf League.

Guangzhou AFC Champions League holders Guangzhou Evergrande have been paired with old foes Jeonbuk Motors in the group stage of the 2014 competition.

Jiangsu Suning were surprisingly beaten by Tokyo, while Melbourne Victory held Suwon Bluewings to a draw.

Despite spending big on the likes of Ramires and Alex Teixeira, Jiangsu Suning were dumped out of the AFC Champions League group stages.

Alex Teixeira helped Jiangsu Suning to keep their AFC Champions League campaign alive, but holders Guangzhou Evergrande Taobao are out.

James Troisi Australia international James Troisi has linked up with Al-Ittihad in the Saudi Pro League.