Match Preview 16th Sec : VS Matsumoto Yamaga at Sunpro Alwin Stadium on May 30

Last year, Matsumoto struggled in the mid-table, ending up in the 13th place. Before this season, the club signed with lots of talented players to enhance their strength.  


Matsumoto's ace forward is Sakano. He is well-experienced and he can be the target man. Former Fagiano centre back, Shinohara plays for Matsumoto.

Match Review 15th Sec : VS V・Varen Nagasaki at City Light Stadium on May 23

Okayama 0  V・Varen Nagasaki 1

The total attendance:None　

This sec, the match was held without any spectators due to the state of emergency in Okayama. Head coach, Arima placed the same starting line-up at the last sec.


After the kickoff, the home club struggled to attack forward. In the 9th minute, Kawamoto was not able to receive a through pass from his teammate. In the 30th minute, Shirai's attempt was blocked by the opponent. Two minutes later, Uejo failed to hit the target. In the 37th minute, Arima's men conceded an opening goal.


Four minutes after the break, Shirai's free kick was cleared by Nagasaki. In the 60th minute, Kawamoto missed a goal-scoring chance. Five minutes later, Kawano almost equalized the game. In the 69th minute, two veterans, Kiyama and Miyazaki came off the bench to change the game. In the 79th minute, Uejo's strike was denied by the rival's goal keeper. As a result, the red-uniformed men lost to the former division 1 club.

Match Preview 15th Sec : VS V・Varen Nagasaki at City Light Stadium on May 23

In 2020, Nagasaki stayed in a form all the season. At the of the season, they lost the ticket to the division 1, finishing in the 3rd position.  This year, they aim to finish in the top two.


Former Fagiano attacker, Otake have been constantly present so far this season. Veteran forward, Tokura is one of the key players. This target man is especially good with heading so that Okayama are required to take care of the opponent's set pieces.

Match Review 14th Sec : VS Omiya Ardija at Nack5 Stadium on May 16

Okayama 0 Omiya Ardija 0

The total attendance:3,890

 

This sec, head coach, Arima placed the same starting line-up at the last sec. The club were expected to avoid the three defeats in a row. Former Fagiano striker, Nakano started the game.


Seven minutes after the kickoff, Shirai showed a mid range shot to open the score. Four minutes later, his free kick was cleared by the home club. Afterwards, Okayama struggled to dominate the game. In the 28th minute, the red-uniformed men missed the chance to take a shot. Right after that, Kawamoto entered the box and tried to make a cross. In the 40th minute, Shirai's attempt was off target. Two minutes later, Yamamoto failed to take a header, crossed by Tokumoto. The first half ended in a scoreless tie.


Two minutes after the break, Kawamoto's attempt was off target. Later, the visitors struggled to have a ball possession. In the 60th minute, Kanayama made a fine saving. Three minutes later, a free kick was given to Okayama. Uejo's attempt was ballooned over the bar. In the 76th minute, Kanayama made another good saving. In the 79th minute, Shirai tried to make an opener. One minute later, Yamamoto's strike was off target In 86th minute, Miyazaki came off the pitch to clinch the game.

Match Preview 14th Sec : VS Omiya Ardija at Nack5 Stadium on May 16

The former division 1 club struggle in the division 2 in the recent years even through they aim for the return to upper league every season.


The rival club made a deal with former Okayama forward, Nakano. He has been ever-present so far this season. This forward can be one of the key players.

Match Review 13th Sec : VS JEF United Chiba at Fukuda Denshi Arena on May 9

Okayama 2 JEF United Chiba 4

The total attendance: 3,528

 

 
This sec, the head coach, Arima placed the same starting line-up as the last sec. There are still some first-choice players who remained sidelined. Former Fagiano ace striker, Kawamata missed the match.


10 minutes after the kickoff, Uejo tried to open the score with his volley. Seven minutes later, goal keeper, Kanayama showed a fine saving. In the 22nd minute, the visitors conceded an opening goal. In the 25th minute, Kawamoto stroke an excellent equalizer. However, two minutes later, Chiba added a second. Later, Arima's men struggled to dominate the game. In the 44th minute, Kawamoto's header was off target.


Four minutes after the break, a penalty was given to the rival and they added third. In the 52nd minute, Kawamoto made an effort to add a second. In the 62nd minute, Miyazaki came off the bench to change the game. However, in the 85th minute, the red-uniformed men conceded a clincher. Afterwards, during the added time, Hikida smash the net, but it was too late. Okayama had a disappointed match in Chiba.

Match Preview 13th Sec : VS JEF United Chiba at Fukuda Denshi Arena on May 9

Chiba struggle around the bottom of the division 2 League in the recent years even though they have had experiences as a division 1 club for a long period. This season, they target to compete for the promotion.


Former Fagiano ace striker, Kawamata has been sidelined so far. However if he appears, he can be one of the key players to watch out for since this former Japan international has an amazing shooting ability.

Match Review 12th Sec : VS Machida Zelvia at City Light Stadium on May 5

Okayama 1 Machida Zelvia 2

The total attendance:3,586 

This sec, young centre back, Abe started the game for the first time this season due to the captain, Hamada's injury. The product of the club's academy, Yamada was on the reserve list.


Four minutes after the kickoff, Kanayama made a fine saving. In the 7th minute, Yamamoto tried to open the score with his header. In the 10th minute, Kanayama showed anther excellent saving. Afterwards, the home club struggled to possess a ball. In the 17th minute, Arima's men conceded an opener. In the 27th minute, Kawamoto stroke a fantastic equalizer. Six minutes later, he almost added a second. In the 42rd minute, he was not able to grasp another chance with his header. Before the interval, Hikida's attempt was ballooned over the bar.


After the break, the red-uniformed men aggressively kept attacking forward. However, they struggled to dominate the game. In the 60th minute, a free kick was given to Okayama. Uejo's attempt was denied by Machida's keeper. In the 68th minute, Yamamoto was replaced by Miyazaki to change the game. In the 73th minute, Kawamoto missed the chance for a clincher. In the 86th minute, Head coach, Arima sent  Kiyama,  Shimoguchi and Yamada onto the pitch. In the 89th minute, Okayama conceded a clincher. 

Match Review 12th Sec : VS Machida Zelvia at City Light Stadium on May 5

Last year, Machida struggled around the bottom of the league and finished in the 19th place. This season, head coach, Popovic and his club target to compete for the top half.

Veteran attacker, Nakajima can be the key players. This talisman has an established presence in his club and phenomenal shooting ability. Okayama's defenders are required to mark him with an extra care.

Match Review 11th Sec : VS Blaublitz Akita at Soyu Stadium on May 1

Okayama 1 Blaublitz Akita 0

The total attendance:1,427 

This sec, head coach, Arima placed the same starting line-up as the last sec. Former Fagiano centre back, Masuda started the game. An experienced forward, Yamamoto was expected to score a goal.


After the kickoff, the visitors had more possession. In the 16th minute, Uejo's cross did not work. In the 22nd minute, Hikida's cross was cleared by the opponent. In the 33rd minute, a free kick was given to the red-uniformed men. Yamamoto smash the net with a superb opener, assisted by Tokumoto. In the 41st minute, Tokumoto's corner was cleared by the rival.


Six minutes after the break, Kimura's strike was off target. Two minutes later, Kawamoto was replaced by Abe. In the 76th minute, Hikida's free kick was cleared by Akita. One minute later, Fukumoto came off the bench to conclude the game. In the 81st minute, Okayama missed the chance to add a second. Later, Arima's men successfully kept a clean sheet.