Hoang Anh Gia Lai players celebrate their goal at the AFC Champions League in the 2-1 loss to Yokohama F. Marinos on April 16 in HCM City. (Photo: the-afc.com)
HCMCity (VNA) — Hoang Anh Gia Lai (HAGL) have been beaten by Yokohama F.Marinos in their opening game of ဣthe Asia Champions League.
Just five minutes into the April 16 match, HAGL had a gloriousopportunity to take the lead but Van Thanh’s effort hit the post. Yokohama gradually regained a strong hold in the game and beganto dominate possession. In the 19th minute, from the corner of the right wing,Brazilian striker Leo Ceara took a swipe at the ball and it nestled in thecorner, giving the visitors a 1-0 lead. Ceara doubled the lead shortly after, heading home from a freekick on the edge of the penalty area. HAGL hit back in the first half, and their pressure paid off onthe 31st minute when after good pressure from the home team, Yokohama's captainKida headed into his own net to offer hope to HAGL. After the break, Yokohama continued to press, Ceara hit the barjust three minutes after the restart. In the 67th minute, HAGL keeper Tuan Anhsaved at close range to keep the score at 2-1. Marcos Junior of Yokohama missed a glorious opportunity to putthe visitors ahead as the minutes ticked away. It may be a home defeat, but with a second leg looming, HAGL stillhave all to play for./.
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Hoang Anh Gia Lai players celebrate their goal at the AFC Champions League in the 2-1 loss to Yokohama F. Marinos on April 16 in HCM City. (Photo: the-afc.com) 
