Saudi clubs have presented a new concept to modify the mechanism for holding the Round of 16 of the Asian Champions League for the elite for the 2025-2026 season, following the postponement of the first-leg matches due to current circumstances in the region.

The proposal came during a meeting that brought together the Saudi Football Federation, the league association, and representatives of the teams participating in Asia, to discuss the impact of the calendar pressure.

The proposal involves holding the Round of 16 matches as a single game instead of the home-and-away system, to reduce congestion in the match schedule.

The clubs Al Hilal, Al Ahli, Al Ittihad, and Al Nassr expressed their support for the idea, considering it a practical solution that maintains technical readiness.

Reports indicated that the final decision will remain in the hands of the Asian Football Confederation after studying the proposal within the approved regulatory frameworks.

Potential adjustments to the Saudi league schedule are expected next week if the amendment is officially approved by the Asian competitions committee.

Al Hilal, Al Ittihad, and Al Ahli clubs are competing in the elite Round of 16, while Al Nassr is preparing to face the UAE's Al Wasl in the Asian Champions League quarter-finals 2.