The home side will welcome back five key players for this vital continental clash against the leaders of Group E
Brisbane Roar will have midfield lynchpin Thomas Kristensen back for their "all-or-nothing" AFC Champions League (ACL) fixture with Kashima Antlers on Wednesday night.
The Dane was left out of Roar's squad for their 3-1 loss away to Perth Glory on Saturday night as Brisbane coach John Aloisi was unwilling to risk Kristensen, who has had problems with his hamstring and quadriceps this season.
Kristensen has been vital for Brisbane in his maiden A-League season, leading the club for tackles, interceptions and ball recoveries and he declared he is ready to play Kashima at Suncorp Stadium as Roar aim to keep stay alive in the ACL.