Beijing Guoan bow out of AFC Champions League, as Guangzhou Evergrande step up
Capital side loses second leg 1-0 at home to exit competition
As it’s the rainy season in Guangzhou, it’s a concern whether the players can perform to their utmost on a wet surface
The hosts had looked set to collect the goalless draw they required to reach the last eight for the first time before Edu escaped attention to slot home in the 73rd minute.
Beijing almost forced extra time when Jeonbuk goalkeeper Kwon Soon-tae had to divert a powerful low drive behind in the 90th minute.
Jeonbuk had been ragged in the first leg at home but the South Korean champions were far more disciplined at Workers’ Stadium and controlled the game.
They gave their goal-shy hosts few opportunities and always looked the more likely to break the deadlock before Edu pounced.
The goal opened up the contest with Beijing’s South Korean attacker Ha Dae-sung twice forcing Kwon into sharp saves.
Jeonbuk continued to push for a second goal with Leonardo rattling the bar with a long-range effort.