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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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Machida Zelvia advances to the ACL Elite semifinals after a 1-0 win over Al Ittihad, with Tete Yengi scoring the decisive goal.
Machida Zelvia reached the semifinals in their ACL Elite debut, continuing a remarkable fairy-tale run.
Al Ittihad’s bid was hampered by an injury-depleted lineup and late VAR overturn.
Yengi’s goal was his third in four ACL Elite appearances since joining Machida Zelvia on loan in January.
Machida Zelvia showed resilience against Al Ittihad’s star-studded lineup, including Bergwijn and Diaby.
Machida’s defense withstood a late onslaught as Al Ittihad pushed for goals in the second half.
Al Ittihad’s coach Sérgio Conceição made early changes by bringing on Bergwijn to alter the game.
Machida Zelvia’s journey highlights the club’s ascent from third-tier status to continental competition.
The match took place in Jeddah, with the ACL Elite finals venue noted in coverage.
Danilo Pereira’s late header was ruled out for handball after a VAR review, preserving Machida’s lead.
The quarterfinal win marks Machida Zelvia’s first major continental success in the ACL Elite era.

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