As the kick-off date for the historic 2021 edition approaches, the-AFC.com looks back at the 2020 tournament which turned out to be a thrilling affair despite the challenging circumstances.
Hamed Lak
Al Nassr v Persepolis, Semi-final
Hamed Lak conceded just two goals in seven matches, with the 29-year-old playing a huge part in Persepolis' march to the 2020 AFC Champions League final.
His shining moment came in the semi-final against Saudi Arabia's Al-Nassr, with a big save in the penalty shootout to deny Maicon as Persepolis beat Al-Nassr 5-3 on penalties to reach the final.
Brad Jones (Al Nassr v Sepahan, Matchday Four), Jo So-huk (Ulsan Hyundai v Beijing FC, Quarter-final), Apirak Worawong (Chiangrai United v FC Seoul, Matchday Four), Daiya Maekawa (Ulsan Hyundai v Vissel Kobe, Semi-final) are also candidates to win the best save.