SAITAMA — Urawa Reds put its name in the hat for the Asian Champions League quarterfinals after a nervy 0-0 draw with Sydney FC at Saitama Stadium 2002 on Wednesday night.

News photoUrawa Reds midfielder Shinji Ono shoots during Asian Champions League match against Sydney FC on Wednesday at Saitama Stadium 2002. KYODO PHOTO

Needing only a point to qualify, Urawa almost shot itself in the foot by repeatedly giving away possession to a lively Sydney team that needed no encouragement to take the game to its more celebrated J. League opponent.