The AFC announced the teams for the four groups of the AFC Champions League-2 on Friday, August 15th. FC Goa, which plays in the Indian Super League, is also participating in this tournament. Fans had hoped that Ronaldo’s team, Al Nassr, and FC Goa would be placed in the same group to give them the opportunity to see the Portuguese superstar play in India for the first time. This wish of the Indian fans has been fulfilled.
During the draw for the AFC Champions League and Champions League-2 held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Al Nassr, a Saudi Arabian club, and FC Goa were placed together in Group D. This group also includes Al Zawraa from Iraq and Istiklol Dushanbe from Tajikistan, along with Al Nassr and FC Goa.