Match Preview 24th Sec : VS Tokushima Vortis at City Light Stadium on July 18

This season, Nagasawa's men successfully beat Vortis, 2 - 1 at the derby match called PRIDE OF CHUSHIKOKU. A young attacker, Yajima stroke an opener with an excellent middle shot. Katayama finalized the match, bringing the third victory of this term to Okayama.

In the former division 1 club, an ace striker, Tsuda has continued to fare poorly. He has been out of the starting line-up a lot this season. On the other hand, the former Omiya Ardija's striker, Hasegawa has played as the first choice. He has already scored three goals so far.

At last sec, Tokushima played against Giravanz Kitakyushu. Tsuda played as a starter. Vortis had several chances during the game, but failed to score. On the other hand, Giravanz's attacker, Inoue stroke a decider, securing their victory.

Vortis has still struggled in the lower group of the league at 19th position with 22 points as of now. Their slump seems to be beyond expectation.In order to obtain the ticket to the playoff this season, Fagiano is required to defeat the rival in the Chugoku region.