Johor Darul Ta’zim Fails to Advance to Quarterfinals of Asian Champions League Elite
Disappointing Loss to Buriram United
Johor Darul Ta’zim (JDT) suffered a disappointing 1-0 loss to Thailand’s Buriram United at the Sultan Ibrahim Stadium in Iskandar Puteri, Malaysia, on Wednesday evening. The defeat eliminates JDT from the Asian Champions League Elite, a repeat of their 2022 performance where they were also eliminated in the last 16.
VAR Ruling Out Goals
JDT had two opportunities to take the lead in the match, but both goals were ruled out by the Video Assistant Referee (VAR). In the 47th minute, Bergson da Silva’s goal was disallowed after a VAR check found him to be offside. The drama and thrills continued in the second half as a rejuvenated Buriram created some dangerous chances in the opposition box. JDT thought they had equalized in the 97th minute when Jorge Lorenzo Rojas converted Arif Aiman’s pass, but VAR once again chalked the goal off for offside.
Buriram Scores the Winner
After several attempts, Buriram finally scored through striker Suphanat Mueanta’s curling strike in the 58th minute, giving them a crucial lead. The visitors held on to secure the win, sending JDT packing from the competition.
Quarterfinals and Prizes
The quarterfinals of the Asian Champions League Elite will take place in Saudi Arabia from April 25 to May 4. The winners of the competition will qualify for the Fifa Intercontinental Cup Championship and the Fifa Club World Cup, as well as automatically qualify for next year’s edition of the Asian Champions League.
Conclusion
JDT’s disappointing loss to Buriram United marks the end of their Asian Champions League Elite campaign. Although they had opportunities to take the lead, the VAR ruling out of their goals ultimately proved costly. The team will need to regroup and work on their game to bounce back in future competitions.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the Asian Champions League Elite?
The Asian Champions League Elite is an annual international club football competition organized by the Asian Football Confederation (AFC). - What are the stakes in the Asian Champions League Elite?
The winners of the competition will qualify for the Fifa Intercontinental Cup Championship, the Fifa Club World Cup, and automatically qualify for next year’s edition of the Asian Champions League. - How did JDT perform in the Asian Champions League Elite?
JDT was eliminated in the last 16 of the competition, a repeat of their 2022 performance.