Kashima forward Yuma Suzuki, centre, scores his second goal against Muang Thong. afpKashima Antlers defeated SCG Muang Thong United 2-1 to qualify for the AFC Champions League knockout stage as Group E winners last night. A double from striker Yuma Suzuki secured all three points for Antlers, who finished on top with 12 points from six games. The match was evenly poised when the Kirins' Teerasil cancelled out an early Suzuki goal shortly before the half-time whistle. In the other Group E match yesterday, hosts Brisbane Roar of Australia lost 3-2 to South Korea's Ulsan Hyundai.

Source: Bangkok Post May 10, 2017 23:48 UTC