AFC Champions League Elite - We could have done better, says Buriram's Loss

Johor Bahru: Osmar Loss believes there is more to come from his Buriram United side after they sealed their spot in the AFC Champions League Elite 2024/25 quarter-finals with a 1-0 win against Johor Darul Ta'zim (JDT) on Tuesday.

Suphanat Mueanta's 58th minute strike secured Thailand's Buriram a 1-0 win on the night and on aggregate as they sealed a return to the quarter-finals for the first time since 2013.

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"I don't think this was our best performance as we were not able to fully implement our plans and neither were we very effective on counter attacks," said Loss.

"We had numerous opportunities to hit on the break, especially in the second half when Johor put us under pressure but were not able to capitalise."

The Brazilian felt Buriram should have netted more, even though the Malaysian champions dominated the tie and outshot his side.

"We had several one-on-one chances against the goalkeeper but failed to capitalise.

"What is needed is composure in these kind of situations and to read the game well. However, I am glad that we are through."

While Buriram can look forward to Monday's draw and travelling to Jeddah for the knockout stage, JDT's campaign ended at the Round of 16 stage yet again.

"This is football. We tried our best and the players chased the game till the final blow of the whistle.

"We had chances but Buriram were tough opponents. I would like to thank the players for their efforts," said JDT head coach Hector Bidoglio.

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