2019年7月30日火曜日

Match Preview 25th Sec : VS Kashiwa Reysol at City Light Stadium on July 31

On March 23rd, in the 28th minute, an experienced playmaker, Ueda's corner was cleared by the opponent again. Two minutes later, an attacker, Saito entered the box and tried to open the score. In the 42nd minute, an attacker, Nakama headed off. The first half ended in a tie. After the break, Kashiwa's several shots hit the
post and goal keeper, Kanayama showed some good savings. In the 82nd minute, Korean poacher, Lee Yong-Jae smashed the net with a superb opening goal.  As a result, the red uniformed men successfully kept a clean sheet against the powerful club. 


Kashiwa have two powerful talented non-Japanese attackers. The first one is Olunga. The Kenyan forward have scored eight goals. Anther striker is Cristiano. The Brazilian have scored senven goals so far. Needless to say, both are the ones to watch out for.


At the last sec, Kashiwa visited Tochigi. Two minutes after the kickoff, the former division club conceded an opener. Afterwards, Kashiwa were in the driving seat. In the 17th minute, Olunga equalized the mach. After the break, Cristiano made a clincher.

2019年7月28日日曜日

Match Review 24th Sec : VS Ventforet Kofu at Yamanashi Chuo Bank Stadium on July 27

Okayama 2 Ventforet Kofu 1

The total attendance:5,624 



This sec, defender, Hiroki was back in the starting line-up. Two young attackers, Nakano and Takeda stood by as a substitute. Kofu's ace attacker, Peter UTAKA started the game.


After the kickoff, the rival had more chances. In the 7th minute, goal keeper, Ichimori showed a fine saving. Four minutes later, he saved his club, not letting UTAKA possess a ball in the box. In the 19th minute, a playmaker, Sekido's attempt was off target. In the 32th minute, Okayama conceded an opening goal. Four minutes later, Ichimori made another excellent saving. In the 43rd minute, an experienced playmaker, Ueda's corner was cleared by the opponent.


In the 48th minute, an attacker, Nakama entered the box, but he was not able to grasp the chance. In the 55th minute, Korean chance-taker, Lee Yong-Jae failed to make a cross. In the 62nd minute, Nakano came off the bench. In the 71st minute, Nakama almost found the net with his header. In the 78th minute, an experienced wingger, Mimura was sent onto the pitch. In the 83rd minute, a penalty was given to the visitors. Lee Yong-Jae made an equalizer. Right after that, Nakama was replaced by Takeda. During the added time, he smashed the net with clincher, bringing three points to his club.

2019年7月25日木曜日

Match Preview 24th Sec : VS Ventforet Kofu at Yamanashi Chuo Bank Stadium on July 27

On March 30th, in the 32th mintue, an attacker, Nakama seemd to smash the net, but it was judged offside.  Three minutes later, Nakama almost found the net. Right after that, his another attempt was stopped by Kawada. Three minutes after the break, veteran centre back, Tanaka brought a lead to his club, from Ueda's corner. Afterwards, Okayama faced Kofu's fierce attacks. During the added time, the game was equalized with Kofu's penalty. The match ended in a tie.


Peter Utaka is one of the key players in Kofu. The ace forward has scored nine goals so far this season. Okayama's defenders are required to mark him with an extra care.


At the last sec, Kofu visited Nagasaki. During the match, both clubs struggled to create chances, while both defenders performed solidly. Right before the end of the game, Kofu conceded a clincher and lost to the rival.

2019年7月23日火曜日

Match Review 23rd Sec : VS Montedio Yamagata at City Light Stadium on July 21

Okayama 1 Montedio Yamagata 0 

The total attendance:9,728 



This sec, an experienced playmaker, Ueda was back in the starting line-up. Two young attackers, Kubo and Nakano were listed on the reserve list. Former Fagiano goalkeeper, Kushibiki started the game.


Three minutes after the kickoff, a midfielder, Sekido's cross was blocked by Kushibiki. In the 6th minute, Ueda's free kick was cleared by the rival. In the 16th minute, midfielder, Kiyama stroke mid-range shot. In the 27th minute, a corner was given to the home club. Ueda's cross was denied by the opponent. Afterwards, Okayama struggled to create chances. In the 40th minute, an experienced defender, Tanaka got closer to Yamagata's box and tried to make a cross. The first half ended in a scoreless tie.


Six minutes after the interval, a free kick was given to Okayama. Ueda tried to open the score, but it didn't work out. In the 64th minute, he failed to provide a through pass with Korean forward, Lee Yong-Jae. In the 67th minute, Nakano came off the bench. In the 74th minute, Nakama smashed the net with a beautiful opening goal. Later, head coach, Arima sent two attackers, Mimura and Takeda onto the pitch. During added time, the red-uniformed men made their efforts and successfully kept a clean sheet.

2019年7月19日金曜日

Match Preview 23rd Sec : VS Montedio Yamagata at City Light Stadium on July 21

On May 5th, during the first half, Okayama struggled to control the game. In the 16th minute, Kiyama got closer to the box but failed to create a chance. Five minutes later, Arima's men conceded an opening goal. After the break, the red-uniformed men had more possession than the first half. In the 59th minute,  an attacker, Nakama missed the chance for an equalizer. In the 57th minute, he was not able to grasp another chance. Afterwards, Arima's men were not able to equalize the match.


After the 22nd sec, an ace forward, Sakata signed with the division 1 club, Matsumoto Yamaga. He has scored seven goals as the club's top scorer so far this season. Another striker, Jefferson Baiano is expected to cover up for the ace forward.


On July 13rd, Montedio Yamagata hosted Kyoto Sanga. During the match, Yamagata struggled to keep pushing forward. Nine minutes after the break, the home club conceded an opening goal. Afterwards, they were not able to equalize the match.

2019年7月15日月曜日

Match Review 22nd Sec : VS FC Ryukyu at Tapic Kenso Hiyagon Stadium on July 13

Okayama 2 FC Ryukyu 0

The total attendance:4,063 



This sec, an experienced defender, Kiyama started the game as a defensive midfielder. He was expected to play the role to trigger the club's attacking. An experienced playmaker, Ueda was listed on the reserve list. He was expected to change the game.


Two minutes after the kickoff, Korean ace forward, Lee Yong-Jae smashed the net with an excellent opening goal, assisted by an attacker, Nakama. In the 13rd minute, veteran striker, Akamine's header was side-netted, crossed by an experienced defender, Tanaka. Three minutes later, Akamine tried to create another chance, but it was offside. In the 35th minute, Lee Yong-Jae missed the chance to add a second. Later, the red-uniformed men successfully kept a clean sheet.


In the 53rd minute, Lee Yong-Jae headed off, crossed by Kiyama. In the 57th minute, Ueda came off the bench. In the 62nd minute, Lee Yong-Jae nearly added a second. In the 69th minute, a free kick was given to the visitors. He made a clincher with beautiful header, provided by Ueda. One minute later, Akamine was replaced by young striker, Nakano. Afterwards, the red-uniformed men aggressively kept pushing forward to finalize the game. During the added time, Okayama tried to possess a ball to kill time. As a result, Arima's men successfully defeated the rival. 

2019年7月11日木曜日

Match Preview 22nd Sec : VS FC Ryukyu at Tapic Kenso Hiyagon Stadium on July 13

At the 14th sec, Okayama hosted Ryukyu. After the kickoff, a goal keeper, Ichimori showed several fine savings. Later, the home club struggled to create chances. The first half ended in a scoreless tie. Right after the break, a young attacker, Kubota almost smashed the net. In the 52nd minute, penalty was given to the red-uniformed men. Korean poacher, Lee Yong-Jae brought an advantage to his club. As a result, Okayama successfully brought a win to their supporters.


At the last meeting with Ryukyu, Okayama conceded no goal by the rival including Ryukyu's ace forward, Suzuki. Therefore, Suzuki seems motivated.  He has already scored 14 goals with 21 appearances so far.


At the last sec, Ryukyu hosted Tochigi SC. During the match, Ryukyu were mostly in the driving seat. In the 19th minutes, Suzuki opened the score. Later, the home club added two goals, while their defenders kept a clean sheet, successfully defeating Tochigi.

2019年7月9日火曜日

Match Review 21st Sec : VS Kagoshima United FC at City Light Stadium on July 7

Okayama 2 Kagoshima United FC 1

The total attendance:15,731 



This sec, head coach, Arima placed two fresh players such as Mukuhara and Kiyama. Kiyama started the game as a defensive midfielder for the first time this season. An experienced playmaker, Ueda was back on the reserve list. Former Fagiano wingger, Soichi TANAKA played as a starter.


After the kickoff, the home club aggressively pushed forward. In the 9th minute, an attacker, Nakama blazed the ball, but it was denied by Kagoshima's goal keeper, Ahn Joon-soo. Three minutes later, Mukuhara's shot hit the post. In the 30th minute, an experienced centre back, Tanaka headed off target. Korean ace attacker, Lee Yong-Jae almost smashed the net, but it was blocked by Ahn Joon-soo. In the 42nd minute, Mukuhara's cross was cleared by Soichi TANAKA. The first period ended in a scoreless tie.


Eight minutes after the interval, veteran forward, Akamine showed a good header, crossed by Mukuhara. One minute later, Akamine's another header was off target. In the 57th minute, the red-uniformed men conceded an opener. In the 66th minute, Akamine was replaced by young striker, Nakano. Three minutes later, the substitute's attempt was ballooned miles over the bar. In the 74th minute, Ueda came off the bench to change the game. Seven minutes later, Nakano missed the chance for an equalizer. In the 86th minute, Ueda stroke a beautiful free kick, making it a tie. Three minutes later, a penalty was given to Okayama and Nakano made a clincher. During the added time, another substitute, Fukumoto nearly added a third.

2019年7月6日土曜日

Match Preview 21st Sec : VS Kagoshima United FC at City Light Stadium on July 7

This is their first time to play in the division 2. Kagoshima have struggled around the bottom of the division 2 with 20 points in the 19th place this term.


Former Fagiano winnger, Tanaka plays for Kagashima. He has been constantly present this season. He is expected to start the game against Okayama.


Last sec, Kagoshima hosted Albirex Niigata. During the first half, Kagoshima agressively kept pushing forward. In the 15th minute, the home club opened score. However, afterwards, they conceded three goals and lost to the former division 1 club.

2019年7月4日木曜日

Emperor's cup 2019:The club faced JEF United Chiba at the second round

The long-awaited Emperor's cup finally began. It is known that the cup winner is qualified to AFC Champions League. Since Okayama belong to the division 2 now, this is an only chance for the club to secure the qualification. 



On April 4th, When the red-uniformed men visited Chiba last time, the match ended in a scoreless tie. This year, Okayama met Chiba at Fukuda Denshi Arena on July 3rd.

 

On that day, Okayama's head coach, Arima placed some fresh men in the starting line-up. During the match, the red-uniformed men aggressively kept pushing forward. Right before the break, Masuda smashed the net with an excellent opener. After the break, two young attackers, Fukumoto and Takeda added a goal respectively, as a result, the visitors successfully advanced to the next round.

2019年7月1日月曜日

Match Review 20th Sec : VS Yokohama FC at Mitsuzawa Football Stadium on June 29

Okayama 1 Yokohama FC 5

The total attendance:5,021



This sec, head coach, Arima placed the same starting line-up as the last sec. Veteran forward, Akamine was expected to score the first goal this term. Two young forwards, Fukumoto and Nakano stood by as a substitute.


After the kickoff, Okayama were forced to play on their own side. In the 7th minute, a goal keeper, Ichimori showed a fine blocking. In the 20th minute, he made another good saving. In the 23rd minute, Lee Yong-Jae missed the chance for an opener, provided by Akamine. One minute later, a young attacker, Nakama failed to provide a pass. In the 31st minute, a playmaker, Sekido shot off. In the 34th minute, a defender, Hiroki tried to make a cross. In the 41st minute, the visitors conceded an opener.


Six minutes after the interval, Okayama conceded a second. Three minutes later, an experienced wingger, Mimura came off the bench to change the game. Later, Akamine was replaced by Nakano. In the 61st minute, Hiroki's cross was cleared by the rival. Right after that, Nakano smashed the net with an excellent goal. In the 22nd minute and 24th minute, the red-uniformed men conceded goals. Afterwards, Arima's men struggled to have a possession. In the 76th minute, an experienced wingger, Mukuhara came in. In the 82nd minute, Lee Yong-Jae almost found the net. In the 88th minute, Mukuhara's attempt was denied by the rival's goal keeper. During the added time, Okayama conceded a clincher.