Match Review 13rd Sec : VS Avispa Fukuoka at City Light Stadium on May 6

Okayama 2 Avispa Fukuoka 2

The total attendance:9,021

This sec, head coach, Nagasawa placed some fresh players as a starter. A young defender, Shimoguchi started the game for the first time in his career. An experienced attacker, Ito was back in the starting line-up. While, former Fagiano defender, Shinohara played as a starter.


Three minutes after the kickoff, the home club conceded an opening goal. Afterwards, Okayama tried to push forward with pace and create chances. In the 19th minute, Brazilian striker, Ricardo Santos tried to receive a ball in the box. In the 26th minute, a wingger, Mukuhara failed to provide a pass with Ricardo Santos in their attacking zone. In the 34th minute, Ito's attempt was off target. In the 36th minute, an attacker, Mimura missed another chance. Five minutes later, he stroke a fantastic equalizer. The first half ended in a tie.


 
Five minutes after the break, a rookie striker, Fukumoto's effort was denied by the rival. In the 58th minute, Shimoguchi tried to smash the net with his header. Eight minutes later, Ito made a superb goal, bringing forcesto his team. In the 71st minute, an experienced poachers, Akamine and Saito came off the bench. In the 82nd minute, Mimura's cross was blocked by the opponent. Two minutes later, a playmaker, Sekido came in to secure the club's victory. However, during the added time, the game was shockingly equalized by Fukuoka.