The 2018-19 I-League champions Chennai City FC are following in the footsteps of Chennaiyin FC, who competed in the 2019 AFC Cup, as the Tamil Nadu city is represented in the tournament for the second successive season.
Maziya S&RC, meanwhile, produced a stunning result to defeat Indian Super League giants Bengaluru FC on penalties in the playoffs to progress to the group stage. As the only non-debutant, the Male club will hope their experience proves beneficial in a new-look AFC Cup South Zone group.
Chennai City FC (IND) vs Maziya Sports & Recreation Club (MDV)
Venue: Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Chennai
Kick-off: March 11, 19:30 UTC +5:30