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The two advanced in contrasting fashion - Japan's Machida topped the East Zone standings while Gangwon qualified ahead of Korea Republic rivals Ulsan HD FC on goal difference.
Gangwon may have started the season strongly but found the demands of continental football too challenging and will head into the tie winless in five consecutive games - with the last three ending in draws.
They also suffered a 2-1 defeat to Machida when the sides met in the League Stage and will have to rediscover their early season form if they are to stand a chance against their Japanese opponents.
They also suffered a 2-1 defeat to Machida when the sides met in the League Stage and will have to rediscover their early season form if they are to stand a chance against their Japanese opponents.
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Machida will be oozing confidence after topping the East Zone ahead of Japanese rivals Vissel Kobe and Sanfrecce Hiroshima.
Adding to their optimism will be the fact that they went unbeaten in their four League Stage away games, which included wins in their last three.
Adding to their optimism will be the fact that they went unbeaten in their four League Stage away games, which included wins in their last three.
Gangwon FC (KOR) v FC Machida Zelvia (JPN)
Venue: Chuncheon Songam Sports Town Stadium (Chuncheon)
Kick-off: Tuesday, 19:00 (UTC+9)
Venue: Chuncheon Songam Sports Town Stadium (Chuncheon)
Kick-off: Tuesday, 19:00 (UTC+9)
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