Soccer: Saleh doubles up as Sharjah secure spot in knockout rounds


HONG KONG (Reuters) - Salem Saleh scored a brace as Group B hosts Sharjah qualified for the knockout rounds of the Asian Champions League for the first time since 2004 with a 3-2 win over Iraq's Air Force Club on Monday.

The win moves the club from the United Arab Emirates four points clear of second-placed Tractor from Iran, who drew 0-0 with Uzbekistan's Pakhtakor earlier in the day, with one round of matches remaining.

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