Match Preview 14th Sec : VS Ehime FC at City Light Stadium on May 22

Last term, Ehime made a big breakthrough, finishing in the 5th place therefore, the orange-uniformed club successfully advanced to the playoffs. Even though Ehime were defeated by Cerezo Osaka at the playoffs, the team had a great impact on the division 2 League.


This season, Ehime acquired an attacker, Sakano on a loan from a powerful club, Urawa Reds. In 2015, he appeared in 41 games and netted six goals for Tochigi SC. This season, he has constantly been in the field with two goals so far. He can be viewed as a threat.

 
At 13th sec, Ehime faced Kyoto Sanga FC. During the first half, More possession belonged to Kyoto, while Ehime struggled to attack. The first period ended in a scoreless tie. After the interval, Ehime had several chances, but they were not able to finalize the game, while, at the end of match, Kyoto stroke a decisive, defeating Ehime.


On May 18, 8th sec took place in Kanazawa because the match had been cancelled once. During the match, more chances belonged to Kanazawa. In 36th minute, Kanazawa's midfield player, Ando netted an opener. In 73th minute, a forward, Kaneko added a goal. On the other hand, In 86th minute, Ehime's forward, Senuma stroke a goal, however, Ehime were not able to equalize the game.