Match Preview 26th Sec : VS Giravanz Kitakyushu at Honjo Athletic Stadium on July 31

At 5th match, an experienced attacker, Akiyoshi was listed as a starter for the first time this term. During the first half, an ace attacker, Oshitani stroke an opener with a penalty kick. Six minutes after the break, a midfield player, Nagasawa's men added a goal with the visitor's own goal. Later, Okayama's defenders made a strong showing to keep a clean sheet. As a result, Fagiano beat the rival 2 - 0.


After Okayama played against the rival at the 5th sec, two powerful attackers, Komatsu and Hara were back from an injury list. They are obviously the ones to watch out for. Komatsu has constanly been on the pitch since 9th sec. He has already scored two goals so far. Another attacker, Hara has scored ten goals so far. It seems that the opponent's attacking strength is better than the 5th sec. 


At 25th sec, Kitakyushu met Yokohama FC. During the match, another forward, Ikemoto netted an opener, bringing forces to his team. After the interval, Yokohama's Sato equalized the match. Later, during the added time, Hara made a decisive, but one minute later, the game was equalized again. As a result, the match ended in a tie.


As of now, Giravanz has struggled at the bottom of the league. It seems that they are highly motivated to remain in the division 2. Okayama's defenders are expected to deal with the rival's attacking more carefully.