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Hong Kong: Reigning champions Yokohama F. Marinos’ rocky start to the new season in Japan continued as they were beaten 2-1 by Cerezo Osaka in their first game after the international break on Saturday while Vissel Kobe continued to set the pace by overcoming Kyoto Sanga 3-0.

In Korea Republic, defending champions Ulsan Hyundai maintained their perfect start to their campaign by defeating Jeju United 3-1 in their fifth outing on Sunday. There were also matches taking place in Hong Kong and Macau, so join the-AFC.com as we review the week’s action from across East Asia.

Japan: Ceara sinks Marinos

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セレッソ大阪 2-1 横浜Ｆ・マリノス #fmarinos｜#Jリーグ｜@Cisco_Japan pic.twitter.com/KxFTfcYW4a
— 横浜F･マリノス【公式】 (@prompt_fmarinos) April 1, 2023

A first-half strike from Leo Ceara against his former side proved to be the winner as Cerezo Osaka defeated defending champions Yokohama F. Marinos 2-1 in the J1 League on Saturday. Hosts Cerezo led early through a Dudu own goal before Ceara combined with Hiroaki Okuno to find the decisive second for Akio Kogiku’s side in the 35th minute. .....

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