Former Australia forward Harry Kewell may still be in the early throes of his reign as Yokohama F Marinos manager, but the UEFA Champions League-winning winger already stands on the cusp of a feat none of his more seasoned predecessors could achieve.

Victory over Shandong Taishan this month saw Kewell lead the J.League outfit into the Asian Champions League semi-finals for the first time, surpassing the records of Ange Postecoglou and Kevin Muscat in the club's pursuit of a first continental title.