🔥 Exciting action in the AFC Champions League Elite as Shanghai Shenhua clinched a 1-0 victory against Kawasaki Frontale in the first leg of their round of 16 clash! 🏆
The match kicked off with intense energy in Shanghai Municipality on Wednesday. In the 33rd minute, chaos unfolded when goalkeeper Bao Yaxiong's pass was intercepted near Shanghai's box. Ibrahim Amadou attempted to deflect So Kawahara's pass but ended up feeding Yasuto Wakizaka, who found the back of the net. 🎯
But wait! The goal was flagged offside after a swift VAR review. Shanghai Shenhua dodged a bullet and stayed in the game. 😅
Amadou had a redemption moment in the 60th minute with a shot that soared over the crossbar. Unfortunately, he sprained his ankle 12 minutes later and had to leave the field, adding to the drama. 🤕
The home side struck back in the 76th minute when Wilson Manafa's volley took a deflection off defender Kota Takai and nestled into Kawasaki's goal. ⚽️
As the match neared its end, Shanghai had a golden opportunity to double their lead in the 89th minute, but Saulo Mineiro missed the chance. 😬
The tension now shifts to the second leg in Kanagawa, Japan, on March 12. Who will advance to the next stage? Stay tuned! 🔥
Other Exciting Matches of the Night:
- Pakhtakor Tashkent 1-0 Al-Hilal
- Al-Ahli 3-1 Al-Rayyan
- Vissel Kobe 2-0 Gwangju
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Shanghai Shenhua edge Kawasaki Frontale in AFC Champions League Elite
cgtn.com
