Yokohama rallies past Al-Ain for 2-1 win in 1st leg of Asian Champions League final

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Yokohama F.Marinos came from behind to take a first-leg lead in the Asian Champions League final, defeating Al-Ain of the United Arab Emirates 2-1. Kota Watanabe scored the winner in the 84th minute after Asahi Uenaka had headed the hosts back on level terms in the second half.

Yokohama F. Marinos’ Kota Watanabe celebrate after scoring a goal during the first leg of the AFC Champions League final soccer match between Al Ain and Yokohama F. Marinos in Yokohama, Japan, Saturday, May 11, 2024. Yokohama F. Marinos’ Kota Watanabe celebrate after scoring a goal during the first leg of the AFC Champions League final soccer match between Al Ain and Yokohama F. Marinos in Yokohama, Japan, Saturday, May 11, 2024. Yokohama F.

Tournament top scorer Soufiane Rahimi outpaced Eduardo outside the area and while the Moroccan was denied a 12th goal by goalkeeper William Popp, Al-Baloushi was on hand to bury the rebound. Al-Ain coach Hernan Crespo had goalkeeper Khalid Eisa to thank at the break for keeping his team in the lead with several fine saves.

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