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East Asia Wrap: Kashima go top in Japan; Gimcheon slice gap in Korea Republic

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September 22, 2025

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Hong Kong: Kashima Antlers climbed to the summit of the J1 League after edging Urawa Reds, while Kyoto Sanga slipped after suffering defeat against Shimizu S-Pulse.

In China PR, Chengdu Rongcheng held Shanghai Shenhua in a top-of-the-table clash as Shanghai Port closed in with victory against Beijing FC. In Korea Republic, Gimcheon Sangmu reduced Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors’ lead with an important away win.

Meanwhile, HK Rangers stayed perfect in Hong Kong, and Tainan City rose to the top in Chinese Taipei. Join the-AFC.com for a look back at the week’s domestic action across East Asia.

China PR: Chengdu, Shenhua share points; Port close in

Chengdu Rongcheng maintained top spot after a dramatic 1–1 draw away to Shanghai Shenhua. Shinichi Chan gave Shenhua the lead in the 68th minute, but Tim Chow equalised deep into stoppage time (90th+9). .....



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