AVC Champions League
The AVC Champions League is Asia’s leading continental club volleyball competition for men and women. Introduced under the Champions League name in 2025 as the successor to the Asian Club Championships, it brings together leading clubs from across the continent and serves as a qualification route to the FIVB Volleyball Club World Championship.
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Current Format & Qualification
The AVC Champions League is played separately for men and women and is built around a compact continental field of leading Asian clubs. The exact competition structure can vary by edition, with preliminary pools or direct knockout rounds feeding into quarterfinals, semifinals and medal matches.
The competition is also part of the pathway to the FIVB Volleyball Club World Championship. In 2026, the two finalists in each gender secured Asia’s qualifying places for the corresponding Club World Championship.
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Notable Players
Tournament FAQ
What is the AVC Champions League?
It is the Asian Volleyball Confederation’s top continental club competition for men and women.
Is the AVC Champions League a national-team tournament?
No. It is a club competition, so participating teams are professional or domestic clubs rather than national teams.
When did the Champions League name begin?
AVC introduced the Champions League name in 2025, replacing the previous Asian Club Championship branding.