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Hong Kong: Reigning champions Yokohama F. Marinos moved three points behind leaders Vissel Kobe in Japan after a comprehensive 5-0 win over Yokohama FC in the Yokohama Derby on Saturday as Takayuki Yoshida’s Vissel were held goalless by Albirex Niigata.

In Korea Republic, under-pressure Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors posted a much-needed 2-0 win over Incheon United on Sunday while Ulsan Hyundai maintained their perfect start to their title defence. Matches also took place in Hong Kong and Macau, so join the-AFC.com as we review the week’s action from across East Asia.

Japan: Lopes, Elber fire Marinos to derby win

A team with the cleanest boots in the league after five goals in one half ✨👟✨ @prompt_fmarinos pic.twitter.com/7tFoJddQyL
— J.LEAGUE Official (English) (@J_League_En) April 8, 2023

Anderson Lopes and Elber scored two goals each as defending champions Yokohama F. Marinos beat crosstown rivals Yokohama FC 5-0 to climb up to fifth place in J1 League. Marcos Junior had earlier opened the scoring for Marinos after a goalless first half as Kevin Muscat’s side moved within three points of leaders Vissel Kobe. .....

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