Kashima Antlers dominate Newcastle Jet in ACL qualifying match

Newcastle Jets' chance of progressing into the AFC group stages were ended by a comprehensive 4-1 defeat to Kashima Antlers. Newcastle Jets coach Ernie Merrick says his side were not at their best, but the class of Kashima Antlers was undeniable in the Jets' 4-1 Asian Champions League qualifying loss in Japan. The defending ACL champions, who are yet to start their J-League campaign, were fast and clinical at Kashima Soccer Stadium on Tuesday to easily book their spot in Group E. Brazilian Serginho scored a second-half brace, including a penalty, to end any hopes of a Jets' comeback. Newcastle were buoyed by a surprise...

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