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Tokushima Vortis Tokushima Vortis finally recorded their first points of the J-League season as they beat Ventforet Kofu 1-0 on Tuesday.

Gamba Osaka Gamba Osaka kept city rivals Cerezo in the relegation mire with a 2-0 derby win at the Expo '70 Commemorative Stadium on Saturday.

Ventforet Kofu Ventforet Kofu will attempt to make a swift escape from the relegation zone when they welcome Cerezo Osaka in the J-League on Wednesday.

Albirex Niigata Vissel Kobe came from behind twice to win 3-2 at Kashima Antlers and move top of the J.League.

Mihailo Petrović Urawa Reds coach Mihailo Petrovic is glad the J-League's extended break has come at a crucial point in his side's season.

Urawa Reds Urawa Reds have not given up hope of winning the J-League title, despite surrendering top spot heading into the final round.

Albirex Niigata Surprise J.League leaders Kashima Antlers meet a struggling Gamba Osaka side on Sunday, while Sanfrecce Hiroshima meet Nagoya Grampus.

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

Al Hilal and Guangzhou Evergrande are among the teams needing turnarounds in the AFC Champions League.

Urawa Reds Sagan Tosu and Kawasaki Frontale closed the gap on J-League leaders Urawa Reds, as Tokushima Vortis added some cheer to a dismal season.