AFC Champions League Elite - Preview: Chengdu Rongcheng FC (CHN) v Johor Darul Ta’zim (MAS)

Chengdu: Fireworks can be expected when Chengdu Rongcheng FC and Johor Darul Ta’zim square off in the AFC Champions League Elite™ 2025/26 on Tuesday.

China PR's Chengdu will be aiming to maintain the momentum from their Matchday Two win against Korea Republic's Gangwon FC while Malaysia's Johor Darul Ta'zim need to get points on the board after managing just a draw from their opening two ties.

Having recorded their first ever win in the AFC Champions League Elite three weeks ago, debutants Chengdu will not be lacking confidence against Johor Darul Ta'zim.

Backed by their passionate fans, Chengdu will be hard to contain at the Phoenix Hill Sports Park Football Stadium.

Johor Darul Ta'zim's goalless draw with FC Machida Zelvia extended the Malaysian champions winless run on the continent to four matches - stretching back to last season.

Their recent track record against teams from China PR, however, is very much in their favour - having won three and drawn one.

The Malaysian side will be motivated despite Chengdu's home advantage and this sets the stage for a thrilling contest.

Chengdu Rongcheng FC (CHN) v Johor Darul Ta’zim (MAS)
Venue: Phoenix Hill Sports Park Football Stadium (Chengdu)
Kick-off: Tuesday, 18:00 (UTC+8)

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