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Kobe Dominates ACL Group Stage
8 Dec
Summary
- Vissel Kobe leads the East Region standings with 12 points.
- Chengdu Rongcheng is in 10th place with only one win.
- Kobe aims for knockout stage qualification with strong current form.
Vissel Kobe is asserting dominance in the AFC Champions League's East Region, currently leading the standings with 12 points from five matches. The Ushi have achieved four victories, setting a strong trajectory towards the knockout stages. Their campaign began with a decisive 3-0 win over Shanghai Port, followed by a close 1-0 victory against Melbourne City. Although Gangwon FC handed them a 4-3 defeat, Kobe quickly regained momentum.
Meanwhile, Chengdu Rongcheng faces a challenging campaign, languishing in 10th place with only five points accumulated from their matches. Their sole victory in the competition has been overshadowed by losses and draws, including a recent 1-0 defeat to Ulsan. Chengdu's domestic form is also suffering, making their AFC Champions League fixtures a sought-after respite.
With Vissel Kobe in peak form and comfortably atop their group, they are strong contenders for first place. Chengdu, on the other hand, has yet to impress in the tournament and faces an uphill battle. The upcoming encounter at Misaki Park Stadium is likely to favor the high-flying Vissel Kobe.
