In a thrilling encounter, Johor Darul Ta'zim let a potential victory slip away against ten-man Al Ahli, who mounted a remarkable comeback to secure their spot in the Asian Champions League. The match highlighted Al Ahli's resilience as they aim for back-to-back titles.
Meanwhile, the holders advanced further in the tournament, with Machida also eliminating Al-Ittihad, underscoring the fierce competition in this year's ACL.