"The game was as difficult as we expected, but I'm satisfied with the result. The score is fair for some, not for others - this is the natural law of football."

Head coach Jose Morais was delighted to see luck favour his Al Wahda FC side after they fought back to pick up a 2-1 win against PFC Nasaf.

“Not conceding a goal gives the team character. I only think about Tractor's success and I believe that if we all set the team’s success as our goal and move forward step by step, good things will happen.”

Goalkeeper Alireza Beiranvand said clean sheets were a must if Tractor FC are to progress to the next stage.

“The players showed an outstanding level and we saw a strong reaction. We are happy with this resounding victory. I am confident in the team's ability to always perform at their best and maintain this level."

Al Duhail SC head coach Djamel Belmadi was relieved after the Qatari side finally got on the winning trail with a 4-1 defeat of Shabab Al Ahli.

“I thank everyone for their hard work; it was a collective effort from all the players. This reflects the team's work throughout the week and since the beginning of the season."

Midfielder Caio Cesar highlighted Al Hilal SFC’s determination as they reason for their fourth consecutive win.

“We have a great head coach who has worked at big clubs and has a lot of experience that we benefit from. We also have great players. He came to help us, and we are implementing what he asks of us as players.”

Forward Moussa Diaby paid tribute to head coach Sergio Conceicao following a second successive win for Al Ittihad Club.

“We will continue to perform at the same level in the upcoming matches to achieve even more.”

Matthias Jaissle expects Al Ahli Saudi FC to not let up in their defence of the title.

“I’m so proud of the team. We dug deep and we believed, we’re a very believing group. We’ve put in a strong performance, but it’s only as strong as the boys in front of me."

Melbourne City goalkeeper Patrick Beach was happy to share the accolades with his teammates after the exciting 2-1 win against FC Machida Zelvia.

“Thought it was excellent from every player involved. We spoke about playing the way we wanted but as well, there was a show of resilience in defence to keep the clean sheet."

Mark Jackson did not hide his delight after Buriram United bounced back from two defeats to be beat Shanghai Port FC.

“For now, we’re very happy we are in a very good position in the table and we will try to get some more points in the remaining games.”

Michael Skibbe was delighted after Sanfrecce Hiroshima got back on the winning trail with victory against Gangwon FC.

“The players earned the point with their mental fortitude. It's a precious point. We're at one win, one draw and two losses. We won't give up. We'll keep working hard to advance to the Round of 16 and beyond."

Seo Jung-won saw it as a point gained rather than two lost after Chengdu Rongcheng FC drew 0-0 with FC Seoul.

“Every player wants to help and be important for the team, and that’s my role: to be aggressive, to score, to provide assists, and to give everything for the team."

Match-winner Jean Patrick said it is all about the team after Vissel Kobe defeated Ulsan HD FC to reclaim the top spot in the East Zone standings.

“A massive win that’s important to us. We are working every day to arrive at levels like this. I’m very happy for the players because they suffered every day and today they showed their character, rhythm, capacity and played very well."

Head coach Xisco Munoz praised his Johor Darul Ta’zim FC players for their ability to adapt after the 3-1 win against Shanghai Shenhua FC.