THE 2025-2026 Myanmar National League champions Shan United and Myanmar Women’s League winners Ayeyawady Women’s Team will represent Myanmar in international club competitions next season.
Shan United will compete in two tournaments – the ASEAN Club Championship organized by the ASEAN Football Federation, and the AFC Challenge League organized by the Asian Football Confederation. The ASEAN Club Championship is being revived after nearly two decades, and Shan United will take part for a third consecutive time.
Under the AFC’s revamped club competition structure introduced from the 2024-2025 season, Myanmar clubs qualify for the AFC Challenge League. Shan United previously competed in the group stage, while Yangon United featured in the qualifying round, with Shan United set to participate again next season. Despite strong domestic success, the club will need improved preparation to achieve better results internationally.
Meanwhile, Ayeyawady Women’s Team will compete in the qualifiers for the AFC Women’s Champions League, also organized by the Asian Football Confederation. The team not only secured their first domestic league title but will also make their debut appearance in Asia’s top women’s club competition. — Ko Nyi Lay/KZL
