Match Review 10th Sec : VS Tokushima Vortis at City Light Stadium on April 20

Okayama 2 Tokushima Vortis 1

The total attendance:7,720 

This sec, head coach, Arima placed some fresh players such as Takeda, Mukuhara and Mimura. Mimura started the game for the first time this season. Former Fagiano ace forward, Oshitani was listed in the starting line-up.


Three minutes after the kickoff, a free kick was given to the home side. A young attacker, Kubota's cross was denied by the Tokushima. One minute later, Korean poacher, Lee Yong-Jae missed the chance to open the score. In the 6th minute, Okayama conceded an opener. In the 13rd minute, Korean forward's attempt was saved by the rival's goal keeeper. In the 20th minute, a young striker, Nakama almost smashed the net. In the 33rd minute, he was not able to grasp another chance. In the 37th minute, goal keeper, Ichimori showed a fine saving. Four minutes later, Lee Yong-Jae almost found the net. Right before the break, he stroke an excellent equalizer. The first half ended in a tie.


After the break, Mimura was replaced by Brazilian striker, LEO MINEIRO. In the 51st minute,  LEO MINEIRO tried to enter the box and add a second, but he was stopped by Tokushima's defender. Seven minutes later, his shot was denied by Tokushima's goal keeper. In the 71st minute, Kubota's free kick did not work well. Four minutes later, Nakama made a brilliant clincher. Afterwards, Okayama suffered from the rival's massive attacks. During the added time, Okayama boss sent two defenders such as Kiyama and Shimoguchi to secure their victory. As a result, the red-uniformed men successfully obtained three points.