Domestic Leagues
Dewa United handed Indonesian Liga 1 leaders Persija Jakarta a 2-1 defeat. In Vietnam, Nam Dinh strengthened their grip on top spot with a 3-1 comeback win over Viettel.
There were also matches in Australia, Malaysia, Singapore, Cambodia, Laos and Myanmar so join the-AFC.com as we take a look at the latest domestic action across ASEAN.
Australia: Wellington Phoenix soar to the summit with dominant Jets victory
Wellington Phoenix continued their perfect start to the A-League season with a commanding 3-0 victory over Newcastle Jets in Round 3. Corban Piper opened the scoring in the 14th minute to give the visitors a half-time lead, before Riley Bidois doubled their advantage in the 87th minute. Nathan Walker then completed the scoring in the 90+3 minute to seal an emphatic away win.
The result takes Wellington Phoenix to nine points from three matches, with a four-point advantage over Western Sydney Wanderers and Macarthur FC.
Elsewhere, Perth Glory recorded a convincing 4-0 victory over Adelaide United, while Melbourne City edged Sydney FC 2-1. Melbourne Victory and Central Coast Mariners shared a 1-1 draw, with Victory reduced to 10 men, as Macarthur FC and Western Sydney Wanderers played out a goalless stalemate. Brisbane Roar and Auckland FC also shared the points after a 1-1 draw.
Thailand: Ratchaburi fight back from two goals down to stun Sisaket
Ratchaburi produced a remarkable second-half comeback to defeat Sisaket United 5-2 in Round 7 of Thai League 1.
Trailing 2-0 at half-time after Jefinho opened the scoring in the 27th minute and Narongrit Kamnet added a second in the 41st, Ratchaburi responded in emphatic fashion after the break.
Phongsakorn Sangkasopha sparked the comeback with goals in the 57th and 61st minutes before Ekanit Panya put the visitors ahead in the 65th minute. Sangkasopha completed his four-goal performance with further strikes in the 71st and 85th minutes to seal an impressive victory.
The win takes Ratchaburi into second place with 13 points from seven matches, level with Ayutthaya United, Prachuap, Buriram United and Bangkok United.
Leaders Port MTI FC remain on top with 15 points from six matches.
Vietnam: Nam Dinh rally past Viettel to remain top
Nam Dinh strengthened their position at the top of the V.League 1 standings with a 3-1 comeback victory over The Cong - Viettel FC.
The hosts fell behind in the eighth minute when Wesley Nata found the net, but Viettel’s task became more difficult after they were reduced to 10 men in the 52nd minute.
Nam Dinh took full advantage, with Ngoc Son Tran equalising in the 55th minute before Caio Cesar put them ahead in the 76th minute. Tran then struck again in the 90+6 minute to complete the comeback.
The victory takes Nam Dinh to 13 points from six matches, keeping them at the summit with a one-point advantage over second-placed Song Lam Nghe An. Cong An Ha Noi FC remain third on 11 points, while Hong Linh Ha Tinh are fourth on the same tally.
Song Lam Nghe An and defending champions Ha Noi shared a 1-1 draw, while Hanoi FC defeated Phu Dong Ninh Binh 2-1. Da Nang claimed a 1-0 away win over Ho Chi Minh City, Hai Phong edged Truong Tuoi Dong Nai 1-0 and Bac Ninh beat Hoang Anh Gia Lai by the same scoreline. Thanh Hoa and Hong Linh Ha Tinh played out a 1-1 draw.
Indonesia: Dewa United stun Persija to tighten title race
Dewa United dealt league leaders Persija Jakarta a setback with a 2-1 victory.
Persija made a flying start when Rayhan Hannan opened the scoring in the fourth minute, but Dewa responded through Deni Junior in the 42nd minute to restore parity before half-time.
Persija’s challenge became more difficult when Dimas Pamungkas was sent off in the 65th minute, and Dewa took advantage as Taisei Marukawa struck 10 minutes from time to complete the comeback.
Despite the defeat, Persija remain top of the standings with 18 points from eight matches, but their lead has been cut to just one point over Dewa United. Bali United and Persib Bandung sit third and fourth respectively on 16 points.
Persib recorded a commanding 4-0 victory over Isenmulang Kalteng, while Persita thrashed Persik Kediri 5-1 and Bali United defeated Arema 3-1.
Malaysia: DPMM strike late twice to overcome Negeri Sembilan
DPMM strengthened their position in the Malaysia Super League’s top four with a 3-1 victory over Negeri Sembilan in Round 6.
Jordan Murray opened the scoring in the 12th minute, but Luqman Hakim brought Negeri Sembilan level in the 34th minute.
DPMM eventually found their breakthrough late in the second half, with Dalberto restoring their lead in the 88th minute before Oscar Santis added a third in the 90+2 minute to seal the win.
The victory takes DPMM to 12 points from six matches, keeping them fourth in the standings.
Johor Darul Ta’zim and Selangor remain joint leaders with maximum points from their opening six games, although JDT hold the advantage on goal difference after scoring 28 goals and conceding none. Sabah sit fifth on 10 points.
Melaka FC came from behind to defeat Penang 2-1, while Sabah claimed a 2-0 victory over Terengganu, who finished the match with 10 men.
Singapore: Geylang stay top as Lion City Sailors close in
Geylang International maintained their position at the top of the Singapore Premier League after playing out a goalless draw with Tampines Rovers in Round 6.
The two sides were unable to find a breakthrough in a closely contested encounter, with Geylang extending their unbeaten run to six matches. The result also kept Tampines unbeaten, although they missed the opportunity to move level on points with the leaders.
Geylang remain top with 14 points from six matches, while Lion City Sailors FC moved into second place on 13 points with a game in hand after producing an emphatic 4-0 victory over Balestier Khalsa.
Tampines also have 13 points but sit third on goal difference.
Cambodia: Visakha extend lead at the summit
Visakha strengthened their position at the top of the Cambodian Premier League with a commanding 3-0 away win over Dangkor in Round 6.
Ulrich Donovan Ewolo opened the scoring in the 17th minute to give the visitors a half-time advantage, before Pa Ousman Gai doubled their lead in the 60th minute. Jaume Cuellar then added a third in the 77th minute to complete a comfortable victory and preserve Visakha’s unbeaten record.
The result takes Visakha to 16 points from six matches, extending their advantage over second-placed NagaWorld to two points after the latter were held 1-1 by Kirivong Sok Sen Chey. Defending champions Preah Khan Reach Svay Rieng FC remain third on 11 points, although they have a game in hand over the top two.
Elsewhere, Life FC recorded an emphatic 4-0 victory over Tiffy Army, while Boeung Ket claimed a 1-0 win away to Angkor Tiger. Moi Kompong Dewa also picked up three valuable points with a 1-0 victory over Phnom Penh Crown FC, who were reduced to 10 men.
Laos: Ezra held by Salavan as three teams share lead
Ezra’s winning run in the Lao League came to an end after they were held to a 2-2 draw by Salavan United in Round 4.
The two sides exchanged goals in an entertaining contest, with Ezra taking a 2-1 lead into half-time before Salavan found an equaliser in the 60th minute. The result leaves both teams unbeaten on 10 points, with Ezra retaining top spot on goal difference.
GB FC also moved onto 10 points after recording a 2-0 victory over Lao Army FC, leaving them third behind the leading pair. Luang Prabang United sit fourth on nine points after a 3-1 win over Chanthabouly.
Myanmar: Yangon City move clear as Dagon suffer first defeat
Yangon City strengthened their position at the top of the Myanmar National League with a 3-1 victory over Myawady in Round 6.
Gilmar Rodrigues put the leaders ahead in the 26th minute, but Thaw Zin Htwe equalised for Myawady in the 41st minute. Htwe was then sent off just before the break, and Naing Tun Win converted a penalty a minute later to restore Yangon City’s advantage.
Seigo Tsuchiya added a third in the seventh minute of stoppage time to seal the win, taking Yangon City to 14 points from six matches.
Their advantage at the summit increased to one point after second-placed Dagon suffered the first defeat of their campaign, going down 1-0 to Shan United.
Yangon United climbed to fifth after a convincing 4-1 victory over Ayeyawady, while Sagaing United defeated Thitsar Arman 2-1. Hantharwady United edged Chinland 1-0 and Ispe FC claimed a 2-1 win over Yadanarbon.
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