Match Review 38th Sec : VS Kyoto Sanga FC at Kyoto Nishikyogoku Athletic Park Stadium on October 30

Okayama 0 Kyoto Sanga FC 2 

The total attendance:8,714

This sec, two veteran men, Iwamasa and Akamine were suspended, therefore, a Korean defender, Kim Jin-kyu and a rookie striker, Fujimoto played as a starter. A defensive midfield player, Watanabe and an ace attacker, Oshitani were back in the starting line-up.  A Chinese forward, Wang Jingbin was listed as a substitute for the first time since he joined the club. 


A minute after the kickoff,  Fujimoto almost found the net, assisted by a young attacker, Katayama. Later, Okayama conceded an opening goal. In 3rd minute, a goalkeeper, Nakabayashi showed a superb saving, encouraging his teammates. In 8th minute, Oshitani tried to make an equalizer. Afterward, more possession belonged to the rival. Nagasawa's men were mostly forced to play on their own side. In 27th minute, Fujimoto was not able to grasp the chance. In 30th minute, Nakabayashi made another splendid saving. Three minutes later, Oshitani failed to take a shot. In 35th minute, Fujimoto nearly scored a goal. In 43rd minute, Nakabayashi made a remarkable blocking. 


Right after the break, a young playmaker, Yajima showed a mid-range shot, trying to equalize the game. In 51st minute, Nakabayashi showed a fine saving. Afterwards, Okayama struggled to take the initiative. In 60th minute, Sekido came in to change the match. Six minutes later, Oshitani failed to strike a goal. Later, the red-uniformed men aggressively tried to change the game. Nakabayashi made an amazing blocking. In 77th minute, Yajima was replaced by a playmaker, Shimada. Two minutes later, Toyokawa came off the bench to change the game. In 84th minute, the rival added a second, securing the victory. At the end,  Shimada's shot was blocked by Kyoto's goal keeper, Sugeno. As a result, Okayama were disappointedly defeated. 

Match Preview 38th Sec : VS Kyoto Sanga FC at Kyoto Nishikyogoku Athletic Park Stadium on October 30

On March 13, the visitors had relatively more possession, but Okayama aggressively kept attacking. In 45th minute, a captain, Iwamasa took a header, but it was saved by Kyoto's goal keeper, Sugeno. In 50th minute, Sanga's Korean forward, LEE Yong Jae stroke an opener. In 66th minute, Ito successfully equalized the match. Later, Toyokawa netted a second. During the added time, the match was shockingly equalized, ending the game in a tie.


Sanga's key player is Sergio Escudero. He has constantly been on a pitch. This season, he has scored four goals so far. He is certainly the one to watch out for. Okayama's defenders are required to mark him carefully. 


On October 23, Kyoto met Mito Hollyhock in Mito. During the match, Kyoto struggled to dominate the game. In 76th minute, Sanga conceded an opening goal. During the added time, Kyoto made a dramatic equalizer, obtaining a point.


This term, Kyoto have been in a good form, aiming for the playoffs. The rival now stay in the 6th place. In order for Okayama to secure to advance to the playoffs, The club are required to defeat Sanga.

JFL Match Review 12th Sec (2nd) : VS Honda Rock SC on October 22

Fagiano Next 0 Honda Rock SC 2

On May 22, Fagiano had a close match against Honda. In 24th minute, the rival netted an opener. Later, Fujioka successfully equalized the game with a penalty kick. However, at the end of the match, the game was shockingly finalized by Honda Rock's midfielder, Yamada. As a result, Next were defeated.



This sec, two minutes after the kickoff, Okayama conceded an opening goal. Later, more possesion belonged to Honda. A young attacker, Ishikawa tried to change the game. In 59th minute, the rival made a clincher. In 82th minute, a defender, Koki YAMASHITA was sent off. As a result, the red-uniformed men were beaten.



On October 29, Fagiano face Verspah OITA. This is the club's last match at their home stadium. Therefore, Next are highly expected to defeat the rival for the first victory of the second stage.

Match Review 37th Sec : VS Zweigen Kanazawa at City Light Stadium on October 23

Okayama 1  Zweigen Kanazawa 2

The total attendance: 10,031

This sec, a young striker, Toyokawa was back as starter. He was expected to play as a chance taker. An attacker, Mimura was listed in the starting line-up. An ace forward, Oshitani did not appear at this sec. While, former Fagiano's man, Noda played as a starter.


After the kickoff, more chances belonged to the visitors. While, Okayama struggled to take the initiative of the match. In 10th minute, an attacker, Katayama tried to make a chance, but he was blocked by Noda.  In 22nd minute, a young playmaker, Yajima failed to make an opening goal with his mid-range shot. Right after that, a goal keeper, Nakabayashi showed an excellent saving. In 26th minute, Akamine tried to possess a ball in the box, it was offside. In 30th minute, Ito failed to provide a cross. Seven minutes later, Mimura were not able to grasp the chance with a free kick. In 40th minute, a veteran forward, Akamine almost found the net.  Three minutes later, a captain, Iwamasa was shockingly sent off.


Mimura was replaced by a Korean defender, Kim Jin-kyu. Four minute after the break, Yajima stroke a superb opener, encouraging his team. Later, Okayama's defenders a strong showing. In 57th minute, Sekido took a mid-range shot. Five minutes later, Toyokawa tried to add a second. In 75th minute, the game was equalized by the rival. In 83th minute, head coach, Nagasawa sent two men, Watanabe and Fujimoto onto the pitch to finalize the game. However, during the added time, Okayama conceded a clincher and were shockingly beaten by Kanazawa. 

Match Preview 37th Sec : VS Zweigen Kanazawa at City Light Stadium on October 23

On June 20, Okayama had a close game against Kanazawa. During the first half, Fagiano struggled to score a goal. Right after the break, Kanazawa's forward, Yamazaki smashed an opener. In 70th minute, Oshitani made an equalizer with a penalty kick. After that, Okayama were not able to finalize the match.



This June, Zweigen acquired a Brazilian attacker, David to reinforce the club's attacking strength. He has been almost ever-present since he joined the club. He can be viewed as a threat. Okayama's denfenders are required to mark him with an extra care.



At the 36th sec, Kanazawa were disappointedly defeated by Shimizu S-Pulse. During the match, more possession belonged to Shimizu. Kanazawa conceded three goals, while, they couldn't get any scores.
 


This season, Zweigen have struggled around the bottom of the league. Their priority is to remain in this campaign next year so that the rival are highly motivated to obtain points. The match is expected to be very tough.

JFL Match Review 11th Sec (2nd) : VS Ryutsu Keizai University FC on October 16

Fagiano Next 0 Ryutsu Keizai University FC 2

On April 10, Okayama were defeated by Ryutsu 1 - 2. After the kickoff, Fagiano's defenders made a strong showing. Therefore, the first period ended in a scoreless tie. Four minutes after the interval, a young attacker, Ishikawa stroke a memorable opener. However, Ryutsu came from behind and won the game.



During the match, Fagiano struggled to take the initiative of the match. In 7th minute, the red uniformed men conceded a goal. After the break, a young forward, Ishikawa came off the bench to change the game, but in 56th minute, a defender, Yuki TANAKA was sent off and a penalty kick was given to the rival. The opponent added a second. Afterwards, Next were not able to equalize the match.



At next sec, Okayama meet Honda Rock SC. Honda Rock made a solid victory against ReinMeer Aomori at 11th sec. Honda have been in a good form now with five straight victories therefore, 12th sec is expected to be very tough for Okayama.

Match Review 36th Sec : VS Cerezo Osaka at City Light Stadium on October 16

Okayama 1  Cerezo Osaka 1

The total attendance:15,203

This is one of the most important matches for Okayama this season. This sec, an ace striker, Oshitani and a defensive midfielder, Watanabe were suspended. Therefore, a playmaker, Sekido and a rookie forward, Fujimoto were listed in the starting line-up. A young attacker, Sakai played as a starter. Furthermore, an experienced attacker, Akiyoshi stood by as a substitute.


After the kickoff, Okayama tried to go forward aggressively. In 5th minute, Fujimoto were not able to take a shot in the box. Later, he tried to keep pressuring against the rival. In 15th minute, a captain, Iwamasa failed to take a header, provided by Katayama. In 21st minute, a veteran forward, Akamine missed a chance for an opening goal. Afterward, the rival's Fujimoto got injured and he was replaced by Moniwa. In 29th minute, Yajima failed to provide a pass with Fujimoto. In 37th minute, the opponent's attacker, Souza made an opener. Four minutes later, Fujimoto tried to change the game.In 43th minute, a playmaker,Sekido made a superb equalizer, assisted by Akamine. One minute later, Ito took a mid-range shot. The first half ended in a tie.


Three minutes after the break, Fujimoto tried to move toward the box. Two minutes later, Yajima took a shot, but it was blocked by the rival.In 51st minute, Iwamasa headed off. In 54th minute, Fujimoto failed to provide a cross with his teammates. Five minutes later, Tanaka came in to change the game. In 61st minute, Iwamasa took anther header, but he couldn't smash the net. In 68th minute, a young attacker, Toyokawa came off the bench. In 84th minute, Fujimoto tried to make a chance. Right after that, he was replaced by a Korean defender, Kim Jin-kyu. During the added time, Toyokawa was not able to take a shot, blocked Souza.Right before the end of the game, a goal keeper, Nakabayashi showed an excellent saving. As a result, Okayama missed the chance to get closer to the rival.

Match Preview 36th Sec : VS Cerezo Osaka at City Light Stadium on October 16

On May 28, during the match, in 13th minute, Toyokawa smashed an excellent opener, making a good start. However, in 31st minute, Cerezo's attacker, Kiyohara equalized the game. After the break, an ace attacker, Oshitani came off the bench to play as a chance-taker. Later, Osaka's young mid fielder, Yamamura found the net, securing their victory.


Former international, Tamada can be viewed as a threat. Even though he has scored only two goals this term, but his total score for the last season is ten. Okayama's defenders are required to mark him with an extra care.


At last sec, Osaka met FC Gifu. During the first half, more chances belonged to Cerezo. Yamamura, Sugimoto and Tamada scored goals respectively. After the break, Gifu stroke two goals, trying to equalize the match. Later, Osaka successfully defeated the visitors. 


This term, Cerezo have been in a difficult situation with some injured players. An ace attacker, Kakitani has still been in an injury list. Furthermore, the club's top scorer, Sugimoto got injured weeks ago. Sugimoto has already been back,but the ace striker is not able to appear this sec.

At Kashima Soccer Stadium on September 22

This stadium is exclusively designed for football.  At the stadium, some of matches of FIFA World Cup 2012 took place.

Unfortunately, during the match, it was raining heavily, so it was easy for fans to get wet because the site was not all covered by roof.

The total attendance was 5,291 because of bad weather. The stadium can accommodate 40,728.

It was very impressive for me to watch the match at this stadium. I hope that Fagiano Okayama get promoted to the division 1 so that I can come here again next year.

Match Review 35th Sec : VS Matsumoto Yamaga FC at Matsumotodaira Football Stadium on October 8

Okayama 1  Matsumoto Yamaga FC 1

The total attendance:12,648

This was one of the most important matches for Okayama this season. Head coach, Nagasawa placed the same starting line-up at the last sec. Young attackers such as Toyokawa and Fujimoto stood by a substitute to finalize the match. While, former Fagiano's men such as Kiyama, Goto and Ishihara played as a starter.

After the kickoff, Okayama struggled to attack aggressively. In 5th minute, an attacker, Ito tried to provide a cross. Eight minutes later, a captain, Iwamasa missed a chance to take a header. In 19th minute, a defensive midfield player, Watanabe got a yellow card. In 24th minute, Oshitani failed to provide a good cross. Four minutes later, an ace striker, Oshitani was not able to srike an opening goal with his mid-range shot. Later, the red-uniformed men made a strong showing and successfully kept a clean sheet against the rival. The first period ended in a scoreless tie.

After the interval, in 52th minute, Watanabe got a second yellow card and he was disappointedly sent off. Later, more chances belonged to the opponent. In 60th minute, a goal keeper, Nakabayashi blocked Ishihara's shot. Two minutes later, the rival's attacker, Kudo made an opener, encouraging his teammates.In 76th minute, Nagasawa sent three fresh players at the same time, a Korean defender, Kim and two young attackers Fujimoto and Toyokawa to change the game. In 79th minute, Toyokawa failed to equalize the match.Three minutes later, a young attacker,Katayama were not able to grasp the chance. In 87th minute, a young playmaker, Yajima smashed an excellent equalizer. As a result, the match ended in a tie. 

Match Preview 35th Sec : VS Matsumoto Yamaga FC at Matsumotodaira Football Stadium on October 8

At 18th sec, After the kickoff, both team struggled to take initiative of the match.  During the added time of the first half, a young playmaker, Yajima scored an opening goal with a penalty kick. after the interval, in 56th minute, Sawaguchi added a second with his header. In 68th minute, a young attacker, Toyokawa came off the bench to finalize the match, but five minutes later, Yamaga's ace attacker, Takasaki netted a goal. Afterwards, no goal was scored. 

Former Fagiano's men such as Kiyama, Goto and Ishihara have constantly been on a pitch therefore, all are expected to appear as a starter. The three were listed in the starting line-up at the last sec as well. Former Mito Hollyhock's ace striker, Mishima joined the club this summer. He plays as a trump now.

On October 2, Matsumoto faced Kamatamare Sanuki. The match was literally heated. In 7th minute, Matsumoto's attacker, Kudo equalized the game. Seven minutes later, an ace forward, Takasaki added a second. Later, a defender, Iida smashed a third, taking the initiative. Right before the break, Sanuki scored a goal, trying to change the game, but during the second period, Kudo made a clincher.

This sec is one of the most important matches for Okayama this season. In order to finish within top two. Nagasawa's men are required to beat Matsumoto in the 2nd place of the league now.  　

Emperor's cup 2016:The club were eliminated from the tournament

On September 22, Okayama lost the third match against the division 1 seven-time champion. According to the news reports, the total attendance was 5,291.


This match, the starting line-up was fresh, compared with the one for the division 2 league. Former Kashima Antlers's man, Toyokawa was listed as a starter. However, another Kashima's legend, Iwamasa was not listed for this match. 


During the first half, Okayama's defenders performed solidly to keep a clean sheet against the powerful club. Toyokawa fought aggressively to make a giant-killing. In 22nd minute, a rookie
attacker, Fujimoto stroke an excellent opening goal.


After the break, the rival aggressively tried to change the game. In 60th minute, the opponent's playmaker, Nagaki stroke an equalizer, encouraging his team. While Fagiano struggled to break down a disciplined Antlers's men.Late in the game, midfield player, Tanaka accidentally made an own goal. As a result, were eliminated at the third round.

Match Review 34th Sec : VS FC Gifu at Gifu Memorial Center Nagaragawa Stadium on October 2

Okayama 5  FC Gifu 0

The total attendance:5,250

During the training before this sec, a veteran defender, Kaji got injured so that he didn't appear this time. A young attacker, Katayama played as a starter. Another young attacker, Sakai was listed as a substitute.

After the kickoff, more possessions belonged to Okayama. In 4th minute, an attacker, Ito made a superb opening goal, bringing forces to his team. In 10th minute, an ace striker, Oshitani added a nice second, assisted by a veteran forward, Akamine. Three minutes later, a penalty kick was given to the red-uniformed men. Oshitani made a third. In 18th minute, Akamine almost added a fourth with his header. In 30th minute, the rival's forward, Namba's
shot hit the post. In 40th minute, Ito tried to add a goal with his free kick.

After the break, the opponent aggressively tried to move toward Fagiano's side. Nagasawa's defenders made a strong showing, trying to keep a clean sheet against the rival. In 63th minute, a young attacker, Toyokawa came off the bench. He tried to be more aggressive to make a clincher.In 68th minute, a goal keeper, Nakabayashi showed a good blocking. Three minutes later, Toyokawa found the net. In 75th minute, Akamine got injured, replaced by a rookie forward, Fujimoto. Seven minutes later, Toyokawa stroke another excellent goal, provided by Ito. In 85th minute, Nakabayashi showed a beautiful saving. As a result,
Okayama successfully defeated Gifu.