Vissel Kobe secured a vital 2-1 victory over FC Seoul in the AFC Champions League Elite on March 11, 2026, coming from behind to claim all three points in their group stage match. The Japanese side showed great character to overturn a first-half deficit with two second-half goals, giving them a strong position in the competition. FC Seoul took a surprise lead against the run of play just after the half-hour mark, capitalizing on a defensive error to slot home. Vissel Kobe responded after the break with increased intensity, equalizing through a powerful header from a corner in the 58th minute. The winner arrived with just over ten minutes remaining, as a swift counter-attack was finished coolly by Vissel Kobe's star striker, sending the home fans into raptures. FC Seoul pushed for a late equalizer but found the Vissel defense resolute. The result puts Vissel Kobe at the top of their group, while FC Seoul faces an uphill battle to qualify for the knockout stages. The Vissel Kobe manager praised his team's second-half response, while the FC Seoul coach rued his side's inability to hold onto their lead.