Al-Ittihad’s AFC Champions League Elite 2026-27 fixtures, results and TV details

Al-Ittihad began their AFC Champions League Elite 2026-27 campaign in the preliminary play-off after finishing fifth in the Saudi Roshn League.

The Saudi club faced Al Jazira of the United Arab Emirates in their opening fixture, aiming to return to the top of Asian football and add to their continental honours.

Al-Ittihad have not won the AFC Champions League since 2005. Their supporters will be hoping for a stronger campaign this season, particularly after city rivals Al Ahli won the competition last season.

The club’s play-off meeting with Al Jazira took place at Mohammed bin Zayed Stadium on Tuesday, 11 August 2026. Al Jazira won 4-1, with the match kicking off at 20:00 Saudi time and 21:00 in the UAE.

Al-Ittihad’s league-phase fixtures

Following the play-off, Al-Ittihad’s fixtures in the West region of the AFC Champions League Elite are:

– Al Shamal v Al-Ittihad Monday, 14 September 2026, 19:00 Saudi time and 20:00 UAE time, Al Bayt Stadium. Result: 1-1
– Al-Ittihad v Shabab Al Ahli Tuesday, 13 October 2026, 21:15 Saudi time and 22:15 UAE time, Al-Inma Stadium. Result: 2-1
– Neftchi v Al-Ittihad Monday, 26 October 2026, 17:45 Saudi time and 18:45 UAE time, Istiklol Stadium. Result: 2-1
– Al-Ittihad v Al Ain Monday, 2 November 2026, 22:15 Saudi time and 23:15 UAE time, Al-Inma Stadium.
– Al-Ittihad v Pakhtakor Monday, 23 November 2026, 22:15 Saudi time and 23:15 UAE time, Al-Inma Stadium.
– Al Wasl v Al-Ittihad Monday, 7 December 2026, 20:00 Saudi time and 21:00 UAE time, Zabeel Stadium.
– Al-Ittihad v Al Gharafa Monday, 8 February 2027, 22:15 Saudi time and 23:15 UAE time, Al-Inma Stadium.
– Al Sadd v Al-Ittihad Monday, 15 February 2027, 22:15 Saudi time and 23:15 UAE time, Jassim bin Hamad Stadium.

Where to watch

In the Middle East, the AFC Champions League Elite 2026-27 is broadcast exclusively by beIN Sports. The tournament is also available on Al Kass satellite channels.

Supporters who prefer to watch online can stream Al-Ittihad’s matches through the TOD TV application.