Match Preview 13rd Sec : VS Avispa Fukuoka at Level 5 Stadium on May 13

Avispa are one of the top choices for the playoffs. Last year, Fukuoka had a disappointed season since they ended up at the bottom of the division 1 league. Therefore, the club acquired some talented players to get back to the upper league.


A veteran attacker, Yamase is one of them. He played for Kyoto Sanga last year. He is well-experienced and expected to work as a spiritual pillar. Anther key player is a forward, Matsuda. He joined the team from Nagoya Grampus and he is expected to play as a chance-taker.


On May 7, Fukuoka faced Matsumoto Yamaga. The game was very close. During the match, Avispa aggressively pushed forward. In the 22nd minute, Fukuoka's poacher, Wellengton stroke an opening goal. Afterwards, they made a good showing to keep a cleen sheet against the rival.