The AFC Champions League Elite is the premier continental club football competition in Asia, representing the top tier of the Asian Football Confederation's revamped club tournament structure. It features the absolute elite clubs from across the continent, including champions and top-placed teams from the highest-ranked member associations. The format involves a league stage followed by knockout rounds, culminating in a two-legged final to crown the champion of Asia. This competition offers immense prestige and significant financial rewards, with the winner earning a place in the FIFA Club World Cup. It showcases the best Asian talent alongside high-profile international stars, driving commercial growth and raising the standard of football across the continent. The winning club lifts the iconic AFC Champions League trophy.