This sec, head coach, Nagasawa placed an experienced defender, Goto and former Kumamoto attacker, Nakama in the starting line-up. Brazilian striker, Ricardo Santos stood by as a substitute. He was expected to work as a chance-taker. While, former Fagiano defender, Ueda was on the reserve list.
During the match, Nagasawa's men aggressively kept pushing forward. In the 2nd minute, a veteran, Akamine missed the ball, crossed by an attacker, Mimura. In the 10th minute, he almost smashed the net with his header from his team's set piece. Three minutes later, his another header was off target. In the 20th minute, Okayama conceded an opening goal. Two minutes later, Nakama's attempt was denied by Kumamoto's goal keeper, Sato. Right after that, Akamine nearly made an equalizer, but it was blocked by Sato again. Three minutes later, Okayama's goal keeper, Ichimori showed a fine saving. In the 34th minute, Nakama stroke a superb header.
Three minutes after the interval, an experienced defender, Hamada made a brilliant clincher, assisted by Nakama.In the 55th minute, Nakama's shot hit the bar. Five minutes later, Ichimori showed an excellent blocking. In the 66th minute, Okayama added a third with the rival's own goal. Six minutes later, Akamine missed to add a fourth with his header. Right after that, a playmaker, Ueda swerved a shot. In the 81st minute, Nakama was replaced by a young playmaker, Takeda. In the 86th minute, Ricardo Santos came in. He showed his presence, working as a target man. During added time, a playmaker, Sueyoshi came off the bench. Right after that, Ricardo Santos showed a phenomenal attempt. As a result, Okayama successfully defeated the opponent.
Last term, Kumamoto ended up in the second to the bottom of the league, which was the relegation zone, however, the club barely remained in the league since the first-placed club of the lower league had no license with the division 2.
An experienced defender, Ueda can be one of the remarkable players. He used to work for Okayama before so that he is expected by Okayama fans to play as a starter. So far, he has been on the bench this season.
At the 10th sec, Kumamoto faced Kyoto Sanga. After the break, Kumamoto made an equalizer and aggressively kept pushing forward. During the added time, Roasso smashed the net, successfully defeating Kyoto. Kumamoto have been in a good form so far.
This sec, a veteran, Akamime started the game for the first time in six games. He was expected to play as a chance-taker. Brazilian striker, Ricardo Santos was listed on the reserve list for the first time since the club made a deal with him this April. While, former Fagiano defender, Takeda played as a starter.
After the kickoff, Akamine kept trying to push forward as a target man. In the 10th minute, he stroke a mid-range shot, but it was off target. Two minutes later, an experienced attacker, Saito tried to make a chance, but it was blocked by Takeda. In the 17th minute, a defender, Hamada took a header, crossed by an experienced playmaker, Ueda. Four minutes later, a rookie defender, Abe almost found the net. Right after that, a mid fielder, Ito's header was denied. In the 36th minute, a goal keeper, Ichimori showed a fine saving. Two minutes later, Akamine was not able to get closer to Gifu's box, receiving a ball from Ueda. The first half ended in a scoreless tie.
Four minutes after the break, Akamine's attempt in the box was off target. Four minutes later, a young playmaker, Tsukagawa failed to provide a cross with Akamine. In the 62nd minute, Hamada took a header, crossed by Ito. Five minutes later, Saito was replaced by an attacker, Nakama. Two minute later, The striker tried to create a chance. In the 78th minute, Ricardo Santos came off the bench to change the game. In the 83rd minute, Nakama failed to open the score. During the added time, Santos tried to make a chance for a clincher, however, the game ended in a draw.
Their priority is to avoid the demotion to the lower league therefore, the rival acquired some talented players. In order to compete with the top group of the division 2, Okayama are expected to defeat the rival. Former Fagiano defender, Takeda joined Gife before this season. He played for Okayama for around ten years until the last year. Therefore he is expected by Okayama's fan to play at the match.
At the last sec, Gifu met Tokushima Vortis. During the match, Gifu struggled to take the initiative. On the other hand, Gifu's defenders including Takeda made strenuous efforts and successfully kept clean sheet. The game ended in a scoreless tie.
This sec, Okayama's coach, Nagasawa placed the same starting line-up as the last sec. Veteran for ward, Akamine was on the reserve list. He was expected to conclude the game. Swedish striker, Simovic stood by as a substitute.
After the kickoff, Okayama struggled to have possession. In the 9th minute, they conceded an opening goal by Omiya's ace attacker, Omae. Two minutes later, a goal keeper, Ichimori showed a superb saving. In the 18th minute, an attacker, Saito tried to change the situation and got a free kick. An experienced playmaker, Ueda tried to equalize the game, but his free kick was denied by the opponent's keeper. Two minutes later, a striker, Nakama's attempt was off target. In the 31st minute, he had another chance, but he was not able to grasp it. Six minutes later, Saito failed to provide a cross with his teammates.
After the break, the red-uniformed men aggressively kept pushing forward. In the 52nd minute, Nakama got a foul close to Omiya's box. Ueda smashed the net with his beautful free kick. Four minutes later, an experienced attacker, Ito's corner was cleared. Right after that, a rookie mid fielder, Takeda's shot was off target. In the 61st minute, Akamine came off the bench. In the 72nd minute, an experienced defender, Goto almost made a clincher, crossed by Ueda. Five minutes later, Akamine nearly finalized the match. In the 80th minute, a playmaker, Otake was sent onto the pitch. Later, Saito was replaced by Fukumoto. The rookie forward missed the chance for a clincher. The match ended in a tie.
Needless to say, Omiya is one of the favorites to the promotion. Before the season, the club aggressively acquired some talented players. The comeback to the upper league is a must for them.
The powerful club made an agreement with Swedish target man, Simovic. This ace forward has already scored four goals so far this season. Okayama's defenders are expected to mark him with an extra care.
At the last sec, Ardija faced Renofa Yamaguchi. In the 25th minute, a Brazilian attacker, Mateus made an equalizer. however, after break, he was sent off due to his inappropriate behavior. Later, Omiya conceded a clincher and lost to Yamaguchi.
A young playmaker, Takeda was listed as a starter for the first time this term. A veteran attacker, Akamine and a rookie forward, Fukumoto stood by as a substitute. They were expected to finalize the match. While, Niigata's key player, Yasuda started the game.
During the first half, Okayama aggressively kept pushing forward. In the 9th minute, an attacker, Nakama's attempt was denied by the opponent. Five minutes later, his another effort was sided-netted.In the 18th minute, he failed to open the score. Three minutes later, an experienced chance-taker, Saito's header was stopped by Niigata's goal keeper. In the 40th minute, Saito's over-the-head shot was off target. Two minutes later, Nakama nearly found the net. The first period ended in a scoreless tie.
Five minutes after the break, Ito's corner did not work well. In the 54th minute, Nakama missed another chance for an opening goal. In the 68th minute, he was not able to grasp another opportunity.Two minutes later, a penalty was given to Okayama. Saito gave a lead to his team. In the 80th minute, Ito was replaced by an experienced mid fielder, Sueyoshi. Six minutes later, he tried to add a second. In the 43rd minute, Akamine came off the bench. During the added time, Fukumoto came in. Afterwards, Okayama successfully defeated the rival.
Needless to say, Niigata is one of the favorites to the promotion. The club demoted for the first time in 15 years. The game is expected to be mostly dominated by the powerful club.
Before this season, the club made a deal with former Japan international, Yasuda. He is well-experienced defender and can be considered one of the key players.
On April 1, Niigata met Roasso Kumamoto. This former division 1 club were expected to obtain three points, however, during the match, the club struggled to take the initiative of the game. As a result, Niigata were defeated by Kumamoto in 1 - 3.
This sec, a rookie defender, Abe was back from his international duty. He started the game. A playmaker, Sekido was listed as a starter for the first time this season. Former Fagiano defender, Tamabayashi stood by as a substitute.
Four minutes after the kickoff, an experienced striker, Saito tried to open the score with his header, crossed by a playmaker, Sueyoshi. In the 14th minute, Saito was not able to grasp another chance, passed by an attacker, Nakama. Seven minutes later, a penalty was given to the rival due to a defender, Hamada's foul. Ehime's ace forward, Kawahara made an opener. In the 34th minute, Sueyoshi's free kick was ballooned over the bar. Afterwards, the red-uniformed men struggled to push forward. Before the break, Nakama failed to equalize the game.
Sekido was replaced by an experienced attacker, Ito before the second half starts. In the 48th minute, a goal keeper, Ichimori showed a fine saving. In the 50th minute, Hamada missed a chance, crossed by Nakama. A wingger, Mimura tried to make an equalizer, but it was blocked by Ehime's defender. In the 67th minute, a playmaker, Ueda failed to provide a pass with Saito. In the 79th minute, his set-piece didn't work well. Right after that, Tamabayashi came off the bench. In the 82nd minute, the head coach, Nagasawa sent two attackers, Otake and Fukumoto. During the added time, Nakama's attempt was denied by the opponent's goal keeper. As a result, Okayama were defeated for the first time this term.
