Buriram United claimed an important 2-1 home victory over Johor Darul Ta'zim FC in their AFC Champions League Elite opener on September 16, 2025. The match was an entertaining affair, with the Thai side showing resilience to come from behind and secure all three points. JDT shocked the home crowd by taking an early lead with a well-worked goal. Buriram responded with intensity and equalized before halftime through a deflected shot. The winning goal came in the second half, a moment of individual brilliance from Buriram's star attacker, who curled a shot into the top corner. The win provided a perfect start to Buriram's campaign in a difficult group and demonstrated their attacking potency. For Johor Darul Ta'zim, it was a case of missed opportunity after taking the lead, and they were left to rue defensive lapses that cost them points on the road.