Match Preview 8th Sec : VS Roasso Kumamoto at City Light Stadium on April 19

The overall record standing of Fagiano against Roasso is three victoires, four losses and three draws. Last season, Nagasawa's men played against the visitors two times, both in a tie. 


This season, the former Gumma ace forward, Hirashige joined Kumamoto. As of now, he scored one goal in total.  The former Japanese international attacker, Maki plays a role as a jorker. He is well experienced and talismanic in Roasso. Okayama young defender, Shinohara played in Kumamoto on a loan last year, however, he is on the injury-list.


At 7th sec, Kumamoto was defeated by Yokohama FC 0-1 because of the unlucky own goal. During the match, Roasso Attackers struggled to break down a disciplined Yokohama's defence.


Roasso currently stays at 17th postion with 6 points. In order for Fagiano to stay in the playoff race, Fagiano is required to dominate the match with various attacking tactics.