After a nine-year absence, East Bengal FC is set to make a much-anticipated return to the continental stage in the AFC Champions League Two. The Kolkata-based club will face Altyn Asyr on Wednesday at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan in a preliminary match.
East Bengal secured their spot in the ACL’s prelim stage after claiming victory in the Kalinga Super Cup 2024. The last time the Red and Gold Brigade participated in an AFC competition was in 2015 when they competed in the AFC Cup, now rebranded as the AFC Champions League Two.
The match between East Bengal and Altyn Asyr will kick off at 7 pm IST at Kolkata’s Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan. Fans can catch the live telecast of the match on the Zee24Ghanta network. For those who prefer online viewing, the live stream will be available on the Zee24Ghanta YouTube channel.
For the latest updates and scores, stay tuned to Sportstar’s website and app. This return to the AFC Champions League marks a significant milestone for East Bengal, who will be looking to make a strong impression on the continental stage after their long absence.
