Australia’s 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.
Melbourne City FC (AUS)
How they qualified: 2023–24 A-League Women Premiers
Head coach: Michael Matricciani
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.
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.
Fixtures
Oct 6: v Bam Khatoon
Oct 9: v College of Asian Scholars
Oct 12: v Kaya FC–Iloilo
Kaya FC–Iloilo (PHI)
How they qualified: 2023 PFF Women’s League champions
Head coach: Let Dimzon
Kaya FC–Iloilo qualified for the AFC Women’s Champions League after winning the 2023 PFF Women’s League title, marking a historic achievement as their first championship.
Founded in 2019, Kaya FC–Iloilo will be eager to make a positive impact on the inaugural AFC Women’s Champions League.
Fixtures
Oct 6: v College of Asian Scholars
Oct 9: v Bam Khatoon
Oct 12: v Melbourne City
College of Asian Scholars (THA)
How they qualified: 2024 Thai Women’s League 1 champions
Head coach: Nuengrutai Srathongvian
With league titles spanning from 2011 to 2024, College of Asian Scholars have established themselves as the dominant force in Thai women’s football.
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.
Fixtures
Oct 6: v Kaya FC–Iloilo
Oct 9: v Melbourne City
Oct 12: v Bam Khatoon
Bam Khatoon FC (IRN)
How they qualified: Preliminary Stage Group D winners
Head coach: Marziyeh Jafari
Founded in 1980, Bam Khatoon FC have a rich history in women’s football, having participated in the AFC Women’s Club Championship twice, finishing as runners-up in the west region in 2022.
The Iranian outfit qualified for the AFC Women’s Champions League by topping Group D of the preliminary stage.
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.
Fixtures
Oct 6: v Melbourne City
Oct 9: v Kaya FC–Iloilo
Oct 12: v College of Asian Scholars
