Analysis: Stars shine as Muangthong grab historic Round of 16 spot

While it may not have been their most convincing or polished performance, a 3-0 win duly secured their place in the knockout rounds.

Celio all class

There may have been little fanfare when the Brazilian signed with Muangthong United earlier this year, but the 29-year-old is proving to be a shrewd signing by Totchtawan Sripan.

Coming up against a young and inexperienced Brisbane Roar side, Celio showed all his experience in expertly keeping the Brisbane attack quiet. As the graphic shows below, his defensive efforts – tackles won, blocks, interceptions, clearances and recoveries – were crucial in breaking up the Brisbane attack.

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While it may not have been their most convincing or polished performance, a 3-0 win duly secured their place in the knockout rounds.

Celio all class

There may have been little fanfare when the Brazilian signed with Muangthong United earlier this year, but the 29-year-old is proving to be a shrewd signing by Totchtawan Sripan.

Coming up against a young and inexperienced Brisbane Roar side, Celio showed all his experience in expertly keeping the Brisbane attack quiet. As the graphic shows below, his defensive efforts \u2013 tackles won, blocks, interceptions, clearances and recoveries \u2013 were crucial in breaking up the Brisbane attack.

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