East Asia & ASEAN Wrap: Vissel return to top; Ulsan beaten again

The top team in Korea Republic also fell to a defeat this week as Ulsan Hyundai’s title defence suffered a minor setback following a 2-0 defeat to third-placed Gwangju FC on Sunday which allowed Pohang Steelers, in second place, to reduce their deficit to the top to eight points.

Persija Jakarta and Persib Bandung faced each other in Indonesia on Saturday, but the honours were even between the fierce rivals in a 1-1 draw while there were also matches in China PR, Thailand, Hong Kong, the Philippines, Cambodia and Mongolia, so join the-AFC.com as we review the week’s action from ASEAN and East Asia.

The J League side said Mata, 35, has joined them on a free transfer.

It promises to be a thrilling affair as the teams will not only be chasing continental glory but also three automatic spots to the 2024 Paris Olympic Games.

As the sides get set for pulsating action between September 6-12, the-AFC.com takes a look at previous editions of the tournament.

It was the Portugal star's 850th career goal as Al Nassr registered their third consecutive win after having opened their season with two defeats.

There was misery for Al Ahli Saudi FC as a 5-1 defeat to Al Fateh not only ended their perfect start but denied them a chance to move top of the standings while Al Taawoun sit in second place after a 4-1 victory against Al Wehda.

The 28-year-old left-back joins Brighton following the expiration of her contract with Chinese Super League club Jiangsu.

Al Nassr FC finished third following a 1-0 defeat of Orthodox Club.

Al Ittihad looked to be on course for a fifth straight win after taking a 3-1 lead but could not stop Al Hilal's resurgence, with the two-time AFC Champions League™ winners seizing top spot with the victory.