Công An Nhân Dân secured a significant away victory against Adelaide United in their AFC Champions League Elite opener at Coopers Stadium. Despite a disciplined performance from the hosts, who saw several players booked throughout the match, the Vietnamese side proved clinical in front of goal. The breakthrough came in the 41st minute when D. Henen converted a pass from B. Perea, giving Công An Nhân Dân a deserved lead heading into halftime. The second half saw Adelaide United attempt to find an equalizer, but it was Công An Nhân Dân who doubled their advantage in the 64th minute, with B. Perea this time finding the net from D. Henen's assist. Adelaide made multiple substitutions in an effort to turn the tide, but couldn't break down the resolute defense of their visitors, who held on for a convincing 2-0 win.