Oman today_ The group stage of the AFC Elite League and the AFC Champions League (Level Two) has concluded. In these competitions, Esteghlal advanced from the Elite League, and Tractor progressed from the Champions League, while Persepolis and Sepahan were eliminated.
The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) awards $800,000 to each team participating in the Elite League, along with $100,000 for each victory and an additional $200,000 for reaching the Round of 16. Additionally, guest teams in the group stage receive $50,000 for travel expenses. Esteghlal earned a total of $1.2 million after defeating Al-Rayyan and advancing to the next round. Persepolis, on the other hand, secured only $900,000, including $800,000 for participation and $100,000 for one victory.
In the AFC Champions League (Level Two), teams receive $300,000 for participation, $50,000 for each group-stage win, and additional rewards for progressing to higher stages. Tractor earned $690,000 after three victories and advancing to the quarterfinals. Sepahan also received a similar amount for participation and three group-stage wins.