More than 400 male and female volunteers are participating in organizing the AFC Champions League Elite 2025-2026 competitions in Jeddah, as part of an operational framework led by the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) in cooperation with the Local Organizing Committee for the AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027.
The AFC has decided to stage all West Region Round of 16 matches in a single-match format, instead of the home-and-away system, at neutral venues within a centralized gathering. The Round of 16 matches will be held on April 13 and 14, while the tournament final stages will take place from April 16 to 25.
The Round of 16 matches will be held at King Abdullah Sports City Stadium and Prince Abdullah Al-Faisal Stadium, featuring Asia’s elite clubs. This stage will include four decisive encounters over two days.
The volunteers’ duties are spread across several organizational areas, including welcoming fans, managing entry, providing guidance inside the stadiums, supporting participating teams, and assisting with logistical and operational tasks, all contributing to a seamless organization and an enhanced fan experience.
The involvement of volunteers is part of the local organizing committee's efforts, which coordinate field activities and mobilize national teams, reflecting the efficiency of planning and operations in managing major sporting events.
The volunteers' participation also highlights public awareness of the importance of volunteer work and its role in supporting sporting events, enhancing the integration of efforts and contributing to the successful hosting of these continental competitions.
Jeddah Governorate’s hosting of this stage represents an extension of the successes the Kingdom continues to achieve in organizing continental and international tournaments, supported by advanced infrastructure and modern sports facilities that help deliver an outstanding experience for both clubs and fans.
