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Gamba Osaka Urawa Reds conceded a late goal in a 1-1 draw at Sagan Tosu on Saturday to relinquish their lead in the J-League with one match to play.
Pohang Steelers Pohang Steelers, Al Shabab, Al Jazira and Foolad booked their spots in the AFC Champions League's last 16 on Wednesday.
Mitch Nichols Melbourne Victory have knocked back an offer from Japanese club Cerezo Osaka for star forward Mitch Nichols.
Yokohama F Marinos Yokohama F. Marinos will be looking to maintain their two-point advantage atop the J.League as they edge closer to the title.
Al Jazira, Al Ahli and Kashima Antlers have clinched qualification for the knockout stages of the AFC Champions League.
Having denied any interest in Andres Iniesta earlier this week, Tianjin Quanjian defeated Jeonbuk Motors 4-2 in the AFC Champions League.
Sydney slumped to a first competitive home defeat since April 2016, while Chinese sides disappointed in the AFC Champions League.
