Match Review 18th Sec : VS Machida Zelvia at JFE Stadium on May 25

Okayama 2  Machida Zelvia 2

The total attendance:14,022


The head coach, Kiyama placed the same starting line-up as the last sec. Lucas was on the reserve list. He was expected to conclude the game. Former Fagiano target man, Mitchell Duke was on the bench.


After the kickoff, the home club struggled to take control of the game. In the 3rd minute, Brodersen showed a fine saving. For the first ten minutes, they were able to make any attempts. In the 26th minute, Ichimi opened the score with his supeb shot crossed by Sato. In the 38th minute, corner was given to Okayama. Sato's attempt was off target, crossed by Tabei. In the 41st minute, Ichimi failed to add a second. In the 44th minute, Sato nearly doubled their lead.


In the 55th minute, Fujita tried to find the net. Righ after that, Kimura added a second with his superb strike, assisted by Tabei. In the 62nd minute, Ichimi was replaced by Lucas. At the same time, Duke also came off the bench. In the 76th minute, Okayama conceded a goal. Five minutes later, the game was equalized by Duke. During the added time, Tatsuta was not able to clinch the game. As a result, both clubs shared a point.