Match Preview 19th Sec : VS Ehime FC at City Light Stadium on June 21

Ehime is the rival of Chushikoku region and the match is popularly named as PRIDE OF CHUSHIKOKU, Derby match in the region. The overall record standing against Ehime is five victories, three losses and five draws. Last term, Okayama had a victory and one draw.


The head coach is Ishimaru, who used to lead the youth team of Ehime. This is his second season to work for the top team. A regular defender, Tamabayashi is the local of the town. He used to play for Fagiano before. An attacker, Kawahara is the one to watch out for. He has already scored six goals this season.


At last sec, Ehime defeated Tokyo Verdy in 2 -1  with a dramatic decider during the added time. Kawahara scored the opening goal. It seems that the visitors are in a good shape now.


Ehime stays 12th position with 26 points as of now. The visitors have made a strong showing so far this term. The team has never played in the top league since the team joined the J league in 2006. Fagiano want to attack actively to dominate the match.