AFC Champions League Two
First half goals from Anthony Belmonte, Marin Jurina and Ratthasat Buaban set the tone for Thailand’s Pathum United as they consigned Hong Kong, China’s Tai Po to a third consecutive defeat.
Tai Po came into the tie on the back of consecutive defeats but showed early resistance, keeping BG Pathum United frustrated midway through the first half.
The game opened up in the 23rd minute when Tai Po broke through the centre, with Paulinho Simionato exchanging passes with Wallisson Bahia before losing possession inside the box, just as he looked to be in shooting range.
Pathum United took the lead four minutes later when Waris Choolthong drew three defenders towards him on the right flank before picking out Anthony Belmonte, who fired a powerful finish into the bottom-right corner from inside the box.
Another lapse in concentration saw the home side concede a second through a set-piece situation - Marin Jurina failed to connect to Hugo Rama’s inswinging free-kick, with the ball bouncing in front of Tai Po goalkeeper Tse Ka Wing and into the back of the net.
Tai Po tried to retaliate but their aggressiveness led to Pathum United netting their third in the 42nd minute with Chanathip Songkrasin’s through ball releasing Ratthasat Buaban, who stayed composed to slot the ball past the onrushing Tse.
Group F: Tai Po FC (HKG) v BG Pathum United (THA)
Item 1 of 8
Pathum United threatened to extend their lead early in the second half with Jurina forcing a save from Tse in the 55th minute after Rama played him through, before sending his headed attempt wide.
Despite pushing for a response, the home side could not find a way through Pathum United’s defence, with the visitors holding firm to secure a comfortable victory.
Related News
- AFC Champions League Two
Group H: Gangwon FC (KOR) 1-0 Kuching City FC (MAS)
- AFC Champions League Two
Group G: Tampines Rovers FC (SGP) 1-5 Preah Khan Reach Svay Rieng FC (CAM)
- AFC Champions League Two
Group F: Adelaide United FC (AUS) 0-2 Lion City Sailors FC (SGP)
- AFC Champions League Elite
Oniki hails Kashima’s collective effort
- AFC Champions League Elite
Silva applauds Buriram resilience; Myojin rues Gamba’s missed chances
Item 1 of 5