Gamba Osaka

Urawa Reds Urawa Reds extended their lead atop the J.League despite being held to a 0-0 draw by Ventforet Kofu, while Tokushima Vortis were relegated.

Urawa Reds Urawa Reds coach Mihailo Petrovic is remaining upbeat despite his league leaders' indifferent J-League form.

Cerezo Osaka J-League leaders Urawa Reds and Kawasaki Frontale face differing challenges as a high-stakes Osaka derby unfolds this weekend.

Gamba Osaka Gamba Osaka won the J-League Cup at Saitama Stadium 2002 this month but could be brought back down to earth at the same venue on Saturday.

Luiz Scolari Another four groups were settled in the AFC Champions League on Tuesday, with Guangzhou Evergrande Taobao among those to progress.

Luiz Scolari Gamba Osaka, Guangzhou Evergrande Taobao and Jiangsu Suning were the winners in Wednesday's AFC Champions League action.

Jiangsu Suning maintained their 100 per cent record in the AFC Champions League but Guangzhou Evergrande had to settle for a draw at Suwon.

Jiangsu Suning, Western Sydney Wanderers and Shanghai SIPG were Wednesday's winners in the AFC Champions League.

Melbourne Victory, Al Hilal and Al Ain claimed wins on Tuesday to progress to the AFC Champions League round of 16.

AFC Champions League holders Guangzhou Evergrande Taobao stayed in this season's competition by beating Pohang Steelers on Tuesday.