Dragan Ceran's goal sees FC Pakhtakor claim a 1-0 over Suwon Samsung

A 12-minute strike from Dragan Ceran saw the Lions earn a narrow 1-0 win over Korean side in Dubai.

Shota Arveladze's lads will struggle with Shabab Al-Ahli of UAE, Saudi Arabian Al Hilal and the Play-off winner for Knockout stage places in Group B.

2019 Uzbekistan Super League winners will welcome Shabab Al-Ahli to the JAR Stadium in their season opener.