The AFC Champions League 2 Round of 16 first-leg fixtures concluded on February 10 and 11, 2026, with several clubs securing aggregate advantages ahead of the return legs. Matches across West and East regions delivered decisive results, including Al-Zawraa’s 3-2 win over Al Wasl and CAHN’s 4-0 victory against Tampines Rovers.
Match Summary
In the West Zone, Al Hussein edged Esteghlal F.C. 1-0 in a tightly contested fixture on February 10. Al-Zawraa followed with a 3-2 victory over Al Wasl, establishing a narrow advantage heading into the second leg.
Ratchaburi F.C. recorded one of the most emphatic results of the round, defeating Persib 3-0 to take a commanding position in their tie. Meanwhile, CAHN delivered the largest margin of the stage so far, overcoming Tampines Rovers 4-0.
Arkadag and Al-Nassr produced a 1-0 result in favor of Al-Nassr, keeping the tie competitive ahead of the return match. Sepahan and Al Ahli played to a 2-2 draw, leaving the contest evenly balanced.
In the East Zone, Bangkok United secured a 2-0 win over Macarthur, while Pohang Steelers and Gamba Osaka finished level at 1-1, setting up an open second leg.
Key Performances
Al-Zawraa’s attacking efficiency proved decisive in their 3-2 win, converting opportunities despite defensive pressure from Al Wasl.
CAHN’s four-goal display reflected dominance in both possession and transition phases. Their defensive discipline ensured a clean sheet alongside their attacking output.
Ratchaburi’s 3-0 win demonstrated structured defensive organization combined with clinical finishing in advanced areas.
Bangkok United’s two-goal victory provided a stable cushion, limiting Macarthur’s away scoring opportunities.
Turning Point of the Round
The defining outcomes emerged in matches with multi-goal margins. CAHN’s 4-0 result and Ratchaburi’s 3-0 victory significantly altered second-leg dynamics, requiring substantial comebacks from their opponents.
Conversely, tightly contested fixtures such as Sepahan vs Al Ahli (2-2) and Pohang Steelers vs Gamba Osaka (1-1) remain evenly poised, increasing tactical pressure in return legs.
Full Scores – Round of 16 (Leg 1)
- Al Hussein 1-0 Esteghlal F.C.
- Al-Zawraa 3-2 Al Wasl
- Ratchaburi F.C. 3-0 Persib
- CAHN 4-0 Tampines Rovers
- Al-Nassr 1-0 Arkadag
- Sepahan 2-2 Al Ahli
- Pohang Steelers 1-1 Gamba Osaka
- Bangkok United 2-0 Macarthur
What This Means
Clubs securing multi-goal wins hold significant aggregate advantages ahead of the second leg. Away-goal regulations and aggregate scoring rules will determine progression depending on tournament guidelines.
Evenly matched ties remain tactically open, with second-leg venues likely influencing momentum shifts.
What’s Next
The second legs of the Round of 16 will determine quarterfinal qualifiers. Teams trailing after Leg 1 must adjust attacking strategies while balancing defensive risk to overturn deficits.
Quarterfinal pairings will be confirmed following completion of all second-leg fixtures.