Chengdu Rongcheng advances to AFC Champions League with 3-0 victory

Chengdu Rongcheng, also known as “Rong City,” is an ancient nickname for Chengdu, the capital of Sichuan Province, China. The name dates back over 2,000 years to the Shu Han period (221–263 CE) when Chengdu was a thriving cultural and economic hub. Today, it symbolizes the city’s rich history, vibrant traditions, and status as a modern metropolis.

Bangkok United is a professional football club based in Bangkok, Thailand, originally founded in 1955 as “Thai Bank FC.” The club has undergone several name changes and rebrandings, becoming Bangkok United in 2009, and currently competes in the Thai League 1. Known for its modern training facilities and youth development programs, the team plays its home matches at the Thammasat Stadium in Pathum Thani.

The **AFC Champions League** is the premier club football competition in Asia, organized by the Asian Football Confederation (AFC). Established in 1967 as the *Asian Champion Club Tournament*, it was rebranded in 2002–03 to its current format, featuring top clubs from across Asia competing for the continental title. The tournament has grown in prestige, with clubs like Al-Hilal (Saudi Arabia) and Urawa Red Diamonds (Japan) among its most successful winners.