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ASEAN Wrap: Buriram almost there; Jets surge clear
Kuala Lumpur: Buriram United moved within a point of clinching the title in Thailand while Vietnam’s Cong An Ha Noi FC edged another tight contest to strengthen their hold at the top.
Newcastle Jets snatched a stoppage-time win to extend their advantage in Australia, Shan United emerged champions in Myanmar while there were also matches in Cambodia, Malaysia and Philippines so join the-AFC.com as we take a look at how the domestic scene unfolded across ASEAN this past week.

Australia: Newcastle leave it late to extend advantage
Newcastle Jets strengthened their position at the top of the A-League with a dramatic 2-1 victory over Sydney FC in Round 22. The visitors took the lead in the 32nd minute through Kota Mizunuma but Tiago Quintal levelled the match in the 67th minute to set up a tense finish.
With the match heading towards a draw, Newcastle found the decisive moment deep into stoppage time as Ben Gibson struck in the 90+3 minute to secure the points. The result sees the Jets move further clear at the summit, opening a four-point gap.

Auckland FC lost ground following a 2-1 defeat to Macarthur FC, Melbourne Victory cruised to a 4-1 win over Central Coast Mariners, Adelaide United defeated Western Sydney Wanderers 4-2, Wellington Phoenix edged Brisbane Roar 2-1 while Perth Glory and Melbourne City played out a 1-1 draw.

Thailand: Buriram set for glory
Buriram United moved within a point of the Thai League 1 title with a 2-1 victory over Muangthong United. Ruben Sanchez opened the scoring in the 12th minute to give the hosts an early lead, but Muangthong responded through Marko Saric in the 33rd minute to bring the match level.
The decisive moment came just before halftime as Thanakrit Chotmuangpak restored Buriram’s advantage in the 44th minute. The league leaders controlled the second half to see out the result, moving to 62 points - 15 clear of Port FC, who only have five matches remaining.

Port FC defeated Chiangrai United 2-1 to keep their slim hopes alive, Rayong FC edged Kanchanaburi 2-1, Chonburi beat Sukhothai 2-0 and Nakhon Ratchasima FC secured a 1-0 win over Ayutthaya United. BG Pathum United and Ratchaburi played out a 2-2 draw, while Prachuap and Bangkok United finished goalless, as did Uthai Thani and Lamphun Warrior.

Vietnam: Cong An Ha Noi edge closer with narrow win
Cong An Ha Noi FC strengthened their position at the top of the V.League 1 table with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Da Nang in Round 16.

The league leaders were made to work for the result in a tight contest, with both sides struggling to create clear chances throughout the first half.
The decisive moment came in the 68th minute when Leo Artur converted from the penalty spot to break the deadlock. Cong An Ha Noi held firm for the remainder of the match to secure all three points, moving to 41 points and extending their lead at the summit as the title race continues to take shape.

Malaysia: Johor DT continue dominant run with emphatic win
Champions Johor Darul Ta’zim produced another commanding performance in the Malaysia Super League with a resounding 7-0 victory over PDRM FC.

The hosts took control early as Yago Cesar opened the scoring in the 15th minute before Nacho Mendez doubled the lead six minutes later. Stuart Wilkin added a third in the 24th minute to cap off a dominant first-half display.
The champions continued their dominance after the break as Wilkin struck again before Jairo netted twice in quick succession, with Bergson adding the seventh late on to complete the rout.

The victory sees JDT move to 60 points with a perfect record, maintaining a commanding 18-point lead over second-placed Selangor as they continue their historic campaign.

Cambodia: Svay Rieng held
Preah Khan Reach Svay Rieng FC were held to a goalless draw by Boeung Ket in a tense encounter in the Championship Group.
Despite controlling large spells, the league leaders were unable to break down a disciplined Boeung Ket side, with both teams reduced to flashes of half chances in a physical contest that saw multiple bookings across both halves.

The result sees Svay Rieng move to 57 points, increasing their lead at the top despite the draw to 12 points after Phnom Penh Crown FC suffered a 1-0 defeat against NagaWorld.

Myanmar: Shan United secure title
Shan United's narrow 1-0 victory over Hantharwady United was enough to see off the challenge of Yangon United as they clinched the 2025/26 Myanmar National League by a point.

The decisive moment came in the 18th minute when Khant Myat Kaung found the breakthrough, with Shan United controlling the tempo for the remainder of the match to see out the win the saw them finishing on 58 points.
It was heartbreak for Yangon United despite their 4-0 win against Dagon. Mahar United edged Ayeyawady 2-1, Thitsar Arman recorded the biggest win of the round with a 5-0 victory over Yarmanya United, Ispe FC defeated Rakhine United 2-1 and Dagon Port beat Yadanarbon 1-0.

Philippines: One Taguig extend lead
One Taguig FC secured a dramatic 1-0 victory over Mendiola FC 1991, with Patrick Reichelt converting a stoppage-time penalty to seal all three points.

The win sees One Taguig move to 42 points, maintaining a four-point lead over second-placed Cebu FC.
Cebu FC edged Davao Aguilas 1-0 while Stallion recorded a dominant 12-1 victory over Tuloy. Manila Digger defeated Don Bosco Garelli 6-2 and also beat Davao Aguilas 3-1, while Tuloy and Mendiola played out a 1-1 draw.