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Hong Kong: Vissel Kobe have established themselves as early-season title contenders in Japan after a comprehensive 4-0 victory over Gamba Osaka on Saturday made it three wins from three matches in the J1 League for the club that finished a disappointing 13th in the last campaign.

In Korea Republic, defending champions Ulsan Hyundai edged Gangwon FC 1-0 on Sunday to maintain their perfect start while title challengers Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors dropped more points. There were also matches taking place in Hong Kong and Guam, so join the-AFC.com as we review the week’s action from East Asia.

Japan: Vissel win three in a row as Marinos slip up

🔝 of the league! 🐮 @visselkobe pic.twitter.com/ZCK8fC1PTK
— J.LEAGUE Official (English) (@J_League_En) March 4, 2023

Vissel Kobe are the only side to maintain a perfect start after three rounds of the J1 League as they posted a 4-0 victory over Gamba Osaka on Saturday. Veteran forward Yuya Osako netted for the second week running to open the scoring for Takayuki Yoshida’s side just three minutes after kick-off. .....

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