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Football history was made at Hong Kong Stadium on Wednesday night in the most dramatic fashion. Deadlocked in a goalless stalemate, Kitchee had failed to break down a Kashiwa side that had been reduced to 10 men since the 15th minute.

Indeed, the Japanese side had gone close to scoring through Brazilian duo Ramon Lopes and Cristiano, while Kitchee's best chances had often come from distance. But there was to be a moment of magic that turned the tie on its head, and write a new chapter for Hong Kong football.

As ever in Tehran, the competition sparked fever pitch as fans of the Islamic Republic of Iran giants turned up in the tens of thousands to witness the 1-1 draw between two-time continental champions Esteghlal and inaugural AFC Champions League winners Al Ain.

Mame Baba Thiam put the hosts a goal up from the spot just before half-time before Tsukasa Shiotani levelled with 12 minutes to play as Esteghlal remained top of the standings, two points ahead of third-place Al Ain who have drawn four from four.

A superb performance from Emirati goalkeeper Ali Khaseif in Al Jazira's 1-1 away draw with Islamic Republic of Iran's Tractorsazi Tabriz in their Group A Matchday Four clash on Tuesday saw the custodian pick up the week's top player plaudit.

The UAE international pulled off an impressive eight saves to keep his side in the match after Romarinho had given the visitors an early lead. Despite home side Tractorsazi having over 15 efforts on goal, they only a single goal in response through Farzad Hatami with 12 minutes remaining.