Australia\u2019s Melbourne City will start as favourites but will need to tread with caution against opponents who will be determined to impress on the continental stage.<\/p>\n
Melbourne City FC (AUS)
\nHow they qualified: 2023\u2013\u06f2\u06f4 A-League Women Premiers
\nHead coach: Michael Matricciani<\/p>\n
Under the guidance of head coach Michael Matricciani, the team have demonstrated drive and determination, claiming their third Premier title and their first since 2020.<\/p>\n
Founded in 2015, Melbourne City have quickly established themselves as a powerhouse in Australian women’s football, boasting an impressive record that includes four Grand Final victories.<\/p>\n
Fixtures
\nOct 6: v Bam Khatoon
\nOct 9: v College of Asian Scholars
\nOct 12: v Kaya FC\u2013Iloilo
\nKaya FC\u2013Iloilo (PHI)
\nHow they qualified: 2023 PFF Women’s League champions
\nHead coach: Let Dimzon<\/p>\n
Kaya FC\u2013Iloilo qualified for the AFC Women\u2019s Champions League after winning the 2023 PFF Women\u2019s League title, marking a historic achievement as their first championship. <\/p>\n
Founded in 2019, Kaya FC\u2013Iloilo will be eager to make a positive impact on the inaugural AFC Women’s Champions League. <\/p>\n
Fixtures
\nOct 6: v College of Asian Scholars
\nOct 9: v Bam Khatoon
\nOct 12: v Melbourne City
\nCollege of Asian Scholars (THA)
\nHow they qualified: 2024 Thai Women’s League 1 champions
\nHead coach: Nuengrutai Srathongvian
\nWith league titles spanning from 2011 to 2024, College of Asian Scholars have established themselves as the dominant force in Thai women’s football.<\/p>\n
Under head coach Nuengrutai Srathongvian, the team went on to clinch their sixth league title, adding to their impressive history with the latest triumph following their previous successes, including winning the AFC Women’s Club Championship in 2022. <\/p>\n
Fixtures
\nOct 6: v Kaya FC\u2013Iloilo
\nOct 9: v Melbourne City
\nOct 12: v Bam Khatoon
\nBam Khatoon FC (IRN)
\nHow they qualified: Preliminary Stage Group D winners
\nHead coach: Marziyeh Jafari<\/p>\n
Founded in 1980, Bam Khatoon FC have a rich history in women\u2019s football, having participated in the AFC Women\u2019s Club Championship twice, finishing as runners-up in the west region in 2022. <\/p>\n
The Iranian outfit qualified for the AFC Women\u2019s Champions League by topping Group D of the preliminary stage. <\/p>\n
Coached by Marziyeh Jafari, the team recently clinched the 2023 Kowsar Women Football League trophy, marking a record 10th league title and third consecutive victory.<\/p>\n
Fixtures
\nOct 6: v Melbourne City
\nOct 9: v Kaya FC\u2013Iloilo
\nOct 12: v College of Asian Scholars<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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