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Kashima Antlers Kashima Antlers moved within a point of the J.League's AFC Champions League qualification spots as the top three dropped points on Sunday.

Western Sydney Wanderers Western Sydney Wanderers want to improve the A-League's standing in Asia even more as they look to defend their AFC Champions League title.

Yokohama F Marinos Yokohama F Marinos can seal the J. League title with a win over Albirex Niigata on Saturday, while Urawa visit Sagan Tosu.

Sydney slumped to a first competitive home defeat since April 2016, while Chinese sides disappointed in the AFC Champions League.

Albirex Niigata Yokohama F. Marinos will return to the scene of last season's J.League title collapse when they travel to Kawasaki Frontale on Sunday.

Cristiano Ronaldo Real Madrid forward Cristiano Ronaldo described his 2016 as a "dream year" after his treble in the Club World Cup final.

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.

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.

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

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