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

Okayama 3 Giravanz Kitakyushu 1

The total attendance: 3,575

This sec, head coach, Nagasawa placed the same starting line as the last sec. An ace attacker, Oshitani were expected to play as a chance-taker. A rookie attacker, Fujimoto was back on the reserve list from an injury list.


After the kickoff, Okayama tried to dominate the game. In 9th minute, Ito failed to find a net with his long-range shot. Five minutes later, a defender, Takeda headed off, provided by a captain, Iwamasa. In 16th minute, another defender, Sawaguchi made an opening goal, encouraging his teammates. In 26th minute, Girabanz's attacker, Ikemoto stroke a equalizer with a penalty kick. In 33th minute, Oshitani failed to add a second. Two minutes later, a veteran, Kaji's cross was cleared by the rival. In 38th minute, Akamine were not able to grasp a chance. The first half ended in a tie.


During the second half, Ito were not able to provide a pass with Oshitani. Three minutes later, Oshitani missed a chance. In 60th minute, Akamine took a shot. Five minutes later, he had another chance. In 68th minute, a young attacker, Toyokawa came off the bench to change the match. In 74th minute, he tried to add a second. Four minutes later, Iwamasa smashed a goal. In 82th minute, Shimada came in. Five minutes later, head coach, Nagasawa sent Katayama onto the pitch to finalize the game. During the added time, Akamine stroke an excellent clincher, defeating Kitakyushu.