Johor Darul Ta'zim FC players Hariss Harun and Syafiq Ahmad received special praise for their AFC Champions League display in an analytical article by the Asian Football Confederation (AFC). [1/5]

While highlighting the contributions of several players in the Southern Tigers' historic win over reigning champions Kashima Antlers on Wednesday, the article emphasised Hariss and Syafiq's involvement.

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Referring to Hariss, the article stated "it was the man wearing the armband who proved the anchor at the heart of the JDT side. Rarely moving from his central midfield position, Hariss was a rock for JDT once more."

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Hariss had the highest percentage of duels won and he made and completed more passes than anyone else in midfield - including the Kashima midfield that boasted the likes of Leo Silva and Serginho, who were key in their AFC Champions League triumph last year. 

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Syafiq Ahmad was praised for making the most of the opportunity provided following Diogo Luis Santos' absence and scoring the winning goal of the match.

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