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Sharjah FC Defeats Lion City Sailors 2-1 to Claim AFC Champions League Two Title

Singapore's Lion City Sailors make history as first local club to reach a continental final but fall to a decisive added-time goal at Bishan Stadium.

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Overview

  • Sharjah FC secured the AFC Champions League Two title with a 2-1 victory, sealed by Marcus Meloni's added-time winner in the seventh minute of stoppage time.
  • The Lion City Sailors became the first Singaporean club to reach a continental final, marking a milestone for local football.
  • The final was held at Bishan Stadium, which underwent capacity upgrades to accommodate around 10,000 spectators after disputes over other venue options.
  • The Sailors' journey to the final included a group-stage win, a quarter-final forfeit victory over Sanfrecce Hiroshima, and a 2-1 aggregate semi-final win against Sydney FC.
  • Despite the loss, the Sailors have already secured the Singapore Premier League title and aim for a domestic double, with the Singapore Cup semi-finals against Brunei DPMM later this month.