Basic do shortcodes question

the_field() is an ACF function and will echo content. It follows the WordPress (somewhat) pattern whereby functions with the_ at the front will echo content and functions beginning with get_ return content.

Displays the value of the specified field. (this is the same as “echo
get_field($field_name)”)

http://www.advancedcustomfields.com/resources/functions/the_field/

Using the wrong function, as you have, will cause data to output in the wrong location. Use get_the_field() instead.

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