In his interview to the press service of the club, Samvel Babayan said that the AFC Champions League is the prestigious tournament and only strong teams participate in the tournament. He said that there are no weak teams in the AFC Champions League.

He recalled that Pakhtakor faced Al Shabab and Al Ain in 2010 and reached knockout stage. Babayan said that team from Iran, Qatar or Oman will join the group.

Samvel Babayan said that Pakhtakor wants to advance to next stage and show attractive football. He added that Pakhtakor will start preparations on 14 December.