In Japan, reigning champions Yokohama F. Marinos and early pacesetters Vissel Kobe posted victories as the duo bounced back from last week’s defeats while it was a week to forget for Kitchee SC in Hong Kong, so join the-AFC.com as we review the week’s action from across East Asia.
Korea Republic: No stopping defending champions Ulsan
Gustav Ludwigson, Joo Min-kyu and Seol Young-woo supplied the goals for Ulsan Hyundai as Hong Myung-bo's side made it four wins out of four matches in K League 1 by despatching Suwon FC 3-0 at Ulsan Munsu Football Stadium on Sunday. .....

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