Shanghai Haigang FC 0, Buriram United FC 2

BURIRAM, Thailand (Interstat) — Buriram United opened its AFC Champions League campaign with a commanding 2-0 victory over China’s Shanghai Haigang FC on Tuesday at a raucous Chang Arena. The Thai side, heavily favored entering the match, lived up to its billing by controlling the tempo and securing a clean sheet against a Shanghai attack that struggled to find its footing. The result provided a perfect start to the continental competition for the hosts. Buriram’s pressure paid off early, silencing any notion of an upset in the 15th minute. Forward Supachai Chaided broke the deadlock, giving the home side a… Read more...