Match Preview 4th Sec : VS Mito Hollyhock at K's denki Stadium on March 20

Last term, Fagiano had one victory at their home stadium and one loss in Mito against the rival.  In order to compete for the playoffs, red-uniformed club are expected to defeat the rival.


Before this season, some talented players left Mito such as an ace forward, BABA and a young attacker, Musashi SUZUKI, however, a new comer, Vietnamese attacker, Nguyen Cong Phuong is expected to reinforce the club's attacking. He also plays for national under-23 team and he is nicknamed as Vietnamese Messi by fan and media due to his playing style and  body physic.


At the last sec, Mito met Zweigen Kanazawa in Kanazawa. Both clubs struggled to score  a goal. Durinng the match, Mito's veteran goalkeeper, Homma made a strong showing to keep a clean sheet, therefore, the match ended in a goalless draw. 


So far, Hollyhock have two draws and one loss with only one goal. Therefore, Nagasawa's men are expected to keep a clean sheet against the rival.