2016年5月31日火曜日

JFL Match Review 14th Sec (1st) : VS FC Osaka on May 29

Fagiano Next 2  FC Osaka 1

In 2015, Okayama were disappointedly defeated by FC Osaka at home and away matches. Their attacking strengths are the one to watch out for. A Brazilian attacker, Juninho is a big figure. He used to play for Cruzeiro EC in the top league in Brazil before. 




This sec, Okayama made a stunning upset against Osaka. In 17th minute, Osaka netted an opener with a penalty kick. Six minutes later, a defender ,Yamashita equalized the game. In 36th minute, Osaka's captain, Iwamoto was sent off. Three minutes later, A young attacker, Fujioka smashed a decisive second, bringing a victory to Next.



At the next sec, Okayama meet Vanraure Hachinohe at City Light Stadium. Hachinohe failed to promote to J League division 3 last season even though the club finished in the 2nd place of Japan Football League. The reason is that their stadium did meet the requirement of J League.  

2016年5月29日日曜日

Match Review 15th Sec : VS Cerezo Osaka at Yanmer Stadium Nagai on May 28

Okayama 1 Cerezo Osaka 2

The total attendance: 13,774




This sec, a legend, Kaji was back as a starter. A young attacker, Toyokawa was listed in the starting line-up. He was expected to play as a chance-taker. An ace striker, Oshitani stood by as a substitute. He was anticipated to finalize the game.


Five minutes after the kickoff, Brazilian midfield player, Souza had an accident and he was replaced by Ogihara. Eight minutes later, Toyokawa smashed an excellent opener, making a good start. In 16th minute, Sekido provided a good cross, but it was blocked by the opponent's defender. In 31st minute, Cerezo's attacker, Kiyohara equalized the game, bringing forces to Osaka. Right before the break, Toyokawa was not able to grasp the chance, provided by Akamine.


After the break, in 54th minute, Akamine received a ball in the box, but his shot was misfired. Six minutes later, Oshitani was sent onto the pitch. While, in 62th minute, Cerezo's attacker, Sekiguchi came in. One minute later, Osaka's young mid fielder, Yamamura found the net, assisted by Sekiguchi. In 70th minute, Ito failed to equalize the match. Two minutes later, Nakabayashi showed a brilliant saving, stopping Kakitani's shot. In 80th minute, Fujimoto and Tanaka were placed on the pitch, however, red-uniformed club were not able to make an equalizer.

2016年5月27日金曜日

Match Preview 15th Sec : VS Cerezo Osaka at Yanmer Stadium Nagai on May 28

It is obvious that Cerezo Osaka are one of the title hopefuls in the division 2 this term. In 2015, this powerful club shockingly failed to promote to the top league, beaten by Avispa Fukuoka at the playoffs even though their strength is powerful enough to play in the division 1. 


An ace attacker, Kakitani came back to Osaka from FC Basel in Switzerland this year. Needless to say, he is very talented and can be viewed as a threat. He has been ever-present this season and he has already scored four goals so far. On their bench, several well-known attackers stand-by such as Tamada, Tashiro and Sekiguchi. They are all experienced and caution needed.


At 14th sec, Osaka met Yokohama FC at
Nippatsu Mitsuzawa Stadium. During the match, Cerezo struggled to score even though the team mostly dominated the game. On the other hand, in 87th minute, Yokohama's defender, Ichimura stroke an opener. Two minutes later, Osaka successfully equalized the match, but they were not able to defeat the home club.
 

This season, Osaka were expected to run in the top group, but as of now, the club stay in the 4th place with 25 points. At present, Okayama have 25 points and stay two places higher than Osaka because of goal differences. Therefore, the match is expected to be very tough.  

2016年5月25日水曜日

JFL Match Review 13th Sec (1st) : VS Honda Lock SC on May 22

Fagiano Next  1 Honda Lock SC  2  

In 2015, Okayama had one scoreless tie and one victory, therefore, it seems that the red-uniformed club are relatively good with this rival. Especially, their attackers are expected to rise up to bring a victory to their fans.   



During the match, Okayama made a strong showing. However, in 24th minute, Honda Rock scored an opener. Before the break, Okayama's attacker, Fujioka equalized the game with a penalty kick. At the end of the match, the game was shockingly finalized by Honda Rock's midfielder, Yamada. As a result, Next were defeated.


On May 29, Okayama face FC Osaka. Osaka got promoted to Japan Football League in 2015. Last season, the team ended up in the 8th place, failing to get up to J League division 3, therefore, this year, the club acquired some talented players.

2016年5月23日月曜日

Match Review 14th Sec : VS Ehime FC at City Light Stadium on May 22

Okayama 2 Ehime FC 1

The total attendance: 8,486 





This sec, a veteran, Kaji did not appear because of his suspension. A young playmaker, Yajima was not listed for this match since he was called up for under 23 international team. Instead of them, Tanaka and Sekido played as a starter. While, former Fagiano 's man, Tamabayashi was listed as a starter.


After the kickoff, more chances belonged to the visitors. In 3rd minute, Tamabayashi took a header. Later, Okayama were mostly forced to play in their own territory, while, Ehime kept pressuring red-uniformed men. In 38th minute, Ito provided a cross, but nobody was able to grasp the chance. Seven minutes later, Ehime's striker, Kondo netted an opener. Okayama were not able to take any shots during the first period.


Nine minutes after the break, a rookie attacker, Fujimoto, who is from Ehime city, came off the bench to change the game. Later, Tanaka took a header for the first shot of this match. In 59th minute, Nakabayashi stopped Ehime's attacker, Kawahara's shot. In 62th minute, Tanaka scored a memorable equalizer on a header, bringing to forces his team. Five minutes later, Ito took a mid-range shot, provided by Akamine. In 75th minute, a young attacker, Toyokawa was sent onto the pitch to finalize the game. Seven minutes later, Nakabayashi showed an excellent saving. In 85th minute, Akamine stroke a decisive header. As a result, Fagiano successfully defeated the rival.



2016年5月20日金曜日

Match Preview 14th Sec : VS Ehime FC at City Light Stadium on May 22

Last term, Ehime made a big breakthrough, finishing in the 5th place therefore, the orange-uniformed club successfully advanced to the playoffs. Even though Ehime were defeated by Cerezo Osaka at the playoffs, the team had a great impact on the division 2 League.


This season, Ehime acquired an attacker, Sakano on a loan from a powerful club, Urawa Reds. In 2015, he appeared in 41 games and netted six goals for Tochigi SC. This season, he has constantly been in the field with two goals so far. He can be viewed as a threat.

 
At 13th sec, Ehime faced Kyoto Sanga FC. During the first half, More possession belonged to Kyoto, while Ehime struggled to attack. The first period ended in a scoreless tie. After the interval, Ehime had several chances, but they were not able to finalize the game, while, at the end of match, Kyoto stroke a decisive, defeating Ehime.


On May 18, 8th sec took place in Kanazawa because the match had been cancelled once. During the match, more chances belonged to Kanazawa. In 36th minute, Kanazawa's midfield player, Ando netted an opener. In 73th minute, a forward, Kaneko added a goal. On the other hand, In 86th minute, Ehime's forward, Senuma stroke a goal, however, Ehime were not able to equalize the game.

2016年5月18日水曜日

JFL Match Review 12th Sec (1st) : VS Verspah OITA on May 14

Fagiano Next 2  Verspah OITA  0

Last term, Okayama were defeated by the opponent at both home and away matches. During the matches, Next's defenders struggled to mark the opponent's powerful attackers. This sec, red-uniformed men are expected to avenge those defeats. 



During the match, Fagiano actively kept attacking to try to dominate the game. In 12th minute, a young striker, Ishikawa netted an opener. After the break, a midfield player, Chibu added a second decisive. Finally, Okayama successfully made a victory for the first time this season.


At the next sec, Okayama play against Honda Lock SC at City Light Stadium. Honda Lock are based in Miyazaki and have been an obstacle for the other clubs, aiming for J League division 3. Former Kamatamare Sanuki's forward, Ichihara can be viewed as a threat.

2016年5月16日月曜日

Match Review 13th Sec : VS FC Gifu at City Light Stadium on May 15

Okayama 0 FC Gifu  1

The total attendance: 9464




This sec, the starting line-up was the same as the last sec. A rookie defender, Tsubasa KUBO stood by as a substitute. A midfield player, Watanabe was back from the injury list. On the other hand, Gifu's veteran striker, Namba was listed on the bench.  


Four minutes after the kickoff, a veteran attacker, Akamine headed off, crossed by Kaji. In 13th minute, Katayama obtained a free kick, but his club were not able to grasp the chance. In 22nd minute, Oshitani stroke a nice shot, but it was saved by the opponent's goal keeper, Takagi. Later, Okayama actively kept pressuring for an opener, however, the first period ended in a scoreless tie.


Three minutes after the break, Takeda took a header. Three minutes later, Gifu's attacker, Evandro netted an opener with a penalty kick to encourage his team.  Later, Red-uniformed men struggled to score a goal. Yajima took a shot, but it hit the post. Oshitani's shot was judged as an offside. Nakabayashi showed an excellent saving. In 72th minute, Akamine almost found an equalizer. Three minutes later, head coach, Nagasawa sent Mimura and Fujimoto onto the pitch to change the game.  During added time,Fujimoto almost stroke a goal. However, as a result,  Fagiano were not able to equalize the match.

2016年5月13日金曜日

Match Preview 13th Sec : VS FC Gifu at City Light Stadium on May 15

Last season, FC Gifu ended up in the 20th place and barely made it to remain in the division 2. They had 23 losses, more than the relegation clubs, Oita and Tochigi, therefore, last term was very disappointing for their fans.


Gifu's veteran forward, Namba is from Okayama.He is very experienced and this year, he mainly plays as a jorker.  Brazilian attacker, Leo Mineiro can be viewed as threat. He has been constantly on a pitch and he has already scored two goals so far.


On May 7, Gifu met Shimizu S-Pulse. During the match, the opponent's ace striker, Omae scored an excellent opener with a free kick. Later, Gifu actively kept attacking. In 27th minute, Gifu's defender, Abe stroke an equalizer to bring forces to his team. However, the club were not able to add a goal. As a result, the match ended in a tie.


This season, Gifu currently stay in 10th place with 17 points. It seems that the club have made a strong showing so far. In order for Okayama to chase the top group, the team were expected to defeat the rival.

2016年5月11日水曜日

JFL Match Review 11th Sec (1st) : VS MIO Biwako Shiga on May 8

Fagiano Next 1 MIO Biwako Shiga  2

Last season, Okayama were defeated by the opponent at both home and away matches. They were not able to score any goals at all against Shiga. In order to remain in Japan Football League next year, Next were expected to defeat the rival.


 

This sec took place in Tsuyama. Even though, 306 fans came to the stadium, Next were not able to bring a victory to their supporters. In 27th minute, Mio's striker, Kubo stroke an opener. One minute later, their attacker, Sekiguchi added a goal. On the other hand, during the added time, Okayama's young defender, Kidoku netted a goal. However, the red-uniformed club were not able to equalize the match.

 

On May 14, Okayama face Verspah OITA in Oita. An attacker. Yu KIJIMA is the one to watch out for. He used to play for Shimizu S-Pulse and Oita Trinita before. He is experienced and plays a spiritual pillar.

2016年5月9日月曜日

Match Review 12th Sec : VS V・Varen Nagasaki at Nagasaki Athletic Stadium on May 7

Okayama 3  V・Varen Nagasaki  0

The total attendance: 4015



This sec, an ace attacker, Oshitani was back in the starting line-up.  He was expected to finalize the match. Head coach, Nagasawa placed a young defender, Shinohara and a veteran, Kaji. While, Nagasaki's ace striker, Nagai played as a starter.
 


During the first half, in 5th minute, the rival's midfield player, Kajikawa stroke the first shot for this match. Four minutes later, Nabayashi saved Nagai's shot he stroke in the box. In 12th minute, Yajima showed a mid-range shot. Three minutes later, Oshitani netted a memorable opener, encouraging the red-uniformed men. In 32th minute, Nakabayashi saved Nagai's header. In 40th minute, Akamine tried to add a goal, but it was blocked. 


After the break, the opponent actively kept attacking for an equalizer.  In 52th minute, Ito took a shot near the box. In 55th minute, Nakabayashi stopped Nagasaki' s header. Five minutes later, a young attacker, Toyokawa was sent onto the pitch, replacing Oshitani. In 63th minute, a captain, Iwamasa added a goal with an excellent heading. In 70th minute, Akamine showed an overhead shot. In 88th minute, Katayama stroke a decisive third, securing Fagiano's victory. As a result, Okayama successfully made a complete victory.

2016年5月6日金曜日

Match Preview 12th Sec : VS V・Varen Nagasaki at Nagasaki Athletic Stadium on May 7

Last term, Nagasaki finished in 6th place and successfully advanced to the playoffs for the second time in their history. At the playoffs, the club were defeated by Avispa Fukuoka, but Nagasaki constantly performed well in 2016.

 
After the last season, A Korean international, Lee Yong-Jae left for Kyoto Sanga, but the club acquired a young attacker, Ryo NAGAI from Cerezo Osaka. He is the product of Cerezo's youth system and can be viewd as a threat. He has already scored five goals so far this season.


At the last sec, V・Varen faced Giravanz Kitakyushu at Battle of Kyushu Derby match. The game was exciting. At the end of the first half, Nagasaki's attacker, Matsumoto scored an equalizer. After the interval, Both club added a goal, as a result, the match ended in a tie, 2 - 2.


This term, Nagasaki struggled in 20th place with 8 points. Even though, an ace attacker, Nagai has been in a good form, the club have struggled to score goals so far.

2016年5月5日木曜日

JFL Match Review 10th Sec (1st) : VS Nara Club on May 3

Fagiano Next  0  Nara Club  3 

Last year, Okayama had one scoreless tie and one loss against Nara. At those matches, Next were not able to score a goal at all. They struggled to attack against the powerful club. It is predicted that the match is going to be tough for Next. 

 
This sec, a young striker, Ishikawa was listed as a starter as well as the last sec. During the match, Okayama struggled to dominate the game, while, in 37th minute, the rival netted an opener. After the break, Fagiano were not able to change the game. Nara added two goals, one after another. As a result, Okayama failed to escape from the losing streak.


At the next sec, Okayama meet MIO Biwako Shiga in Tsuyama. Shiga have been in this league since 2008, but they have struggled to perform well so far. MIO are also the one to aim for J League division 3 in the near future.

2016年5月4日水曜日

Match Review 11th Sec : VS Yokohama FC at Nissan Stadium on May 3

Okayama  2  Yokohama FC  0

The total attendance:5561


This sec, Mimura was listed as a starter for the first time this year because of the tight schedule on golden week holidays. Head coach, Nagasawa placed a young attacker, Toyokawa and a veteran defender, Sawaguchi in the starting line-up. On the other hand, former Fagiano's man, Tadokoro played as a starter. 


The weather was temperate, but windy. Three minutes after the kickoff, a young attacker, Toyokawa failed to make an opener with the first shot for this match. Later, both teams struggled to srike shots.   In 31th minute, an attacker, Katayama took a shot, but it was blocked by Tadokoro. Later, Mimura actively tried to make chances. In 43th minute, Nakabayashi stopped Yokohama's shot. The first period ended in a scoreless tie.


Three minutes after the interval, Ito provided a cross with a free kick, but he was unable to grasp the chance. In 52th minute,  Toyokawa stroke a shot. Three minutes later, Tanaka came in, replacing Mimura. In 66th minute, Akamine netted a long-awaited opener, assisted by Toyokawa, encouraging his team. In 73th minute, Nakabayashi showed an excellent saving. Two minutes later, Yokohama's veteran forward, Okubo was sent onto the pitch to change the game. In 89th minute, Toyokawa added a goal, provided by Sawaguchi. Fagiano's defender successfully kept a clean sheet, defeating the rival.

2016年5月2日月曜日

Match Preview 11th Sec : VS Yokohama FC at Nissan Stadium on May 3

Last season, Yokoyama ended up in the 15th place. During the season, the team struggled to score. And also, the head coach, Milos Rus resigned his post because of the club's poor performance and his health concern. It is obvious that they had a disappointing season last year.


Before this season, former Fagiano's defender, Tadokoro joined the club. He has constantly been on a pitch as the first choice. It seems that he is highly motivated to face Okayama this sec. The club also acquired former Tokushima's ace attacker, Tsuda. He has scored two goals so far. He can be viewed as a threat.


At the last sec, Yokohama defeated  V・Varen Nagasaki. During the match, Yokohama mostly dominated the match. At end of the match, the club added two goals, one after another to secure their victory. 


This season, Yokohama suffered a third consecutive defeat from the opening match of this season, but later, the club have been in a good shape. Therefore, it is expected that the match is going to be tough. 

2016年5月1日日曜日

JFL Match Review 9th Sec (1st) : VS Tokyo Musashino City FC on April 29

Fagiano Next 0 Tokyo Musashino City FC 1

After the last season, Tokyo Musashino City FC announced that the club set a goal, aiming  for J League division 3 in the near future. Therefore, the club changed its name into Tokyo Musashino City FC.


Before this sec, a young goal keeper, Nitadori left for the division 2 club, Yokohama FC on a loan. During the match, Tokyo mostly dominated the game, but Okayama's defenders made a strong showing. At the end, Musashino had a penalty kick, scoring a decisive goal to secure their victory. Next have been suffering from a nineth consecutive defeat since the beginning of the season. 


At 10th sec, Fagiano face Nara Club. The team are one of J League 100 Year Plan holders. In 2015, the club ended up in 7th place, failing to be qualified for J League division 3. A veteran midfield player, Yamada plays a spiritual pillar. He is well-known and experienced player.