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Gen Shoji eyes new AFC Champions League Elite glory with Machida Zelvia
- Machida Zelvia reach ACL Elite quarterfinals in their tournament debut, set to face Al Ittihad.
- Gen Shoji aims to win the ACL Elite, not just participate, in his pre-match remarks.
- Machida topped the East region in the group phase before advancing to the knockouts.
- Shoji references his 2018 ACL triumph with Kashima Antlers as part of his experience.
- Shoji notes adaptation to ACL Elite regulations and that results must be earned on the pitch.
- Machida face Al Ittihad in a heat-affected matchup in Jeddah.
- Shoji highlights team depth with leaders like Yuta Nakayama and Takuma Nishimura.
- Machida Zelvia's climb from Emperor's Cup to ACL Elite marks a rapid ascent.
- Machida's quarterfinal opponent Al Ittihad features stars like Fabinho, Moussa Diaby and Houssem Aouar.
- Shoji emphasizes experience to guide Machida through the ACL Elite format.
- Match in Jeddah is part of a centralised ACL Elite finals format through April 25.
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