AFC Champions League Elite
Thailand's Port are featuring in the competition for just the second time while Japan's Vissel are chasing the title after several near misses.
While this will be the first AFC Champions League Elite meeting between the sides, Port are winless across their two meetings with opponents from Japan in the competition (D1, L1).
Port's only previous appearance - in 2021 - ended with a 5-1 win against Guangzhou FC - and the Thai side will relish the opportunity to scalp one of the continent's top sides.
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Vissel, however, are unbeaten in their three meetings with opponents from Thailand (W1 D2) and will feel they have the quality to get the points against Port.
Denied at the semi-final stage by eventual champions Al Ahli Saudi FC last season, Vissel know they have to maximise their opportunities this year to finally lay their hands on the coveted trophy.
Port FC (THA) v Vissel Kobe (JPN)
Venue: Thammasat Stadium (Thammasat)
Kick-off: Wednesday, 19:15 (UTC+7)
Photo: Port FC
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