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Preliminary round qualifiers Buriram United continued their stunning form in the AFC Champions League with a 2-1 first-leg win over Bunyodkor, while 2012 finalists Al Ahli also have one foot in the last eight after a draw at El Jaish.

Following the dramatic conclusion to the last league campaign in Saudi Arabia, supporters are hoping for a similar situation during the new season. FIFA.com has all the details.