Match Review 12th Sec : VS Montedio Yamagata at ND Soft Stadium on May 5

Okayama 0 Montedio Yamagata 1

The total attendance:10,257

This sec, experienced defender, Kiyama was back as a starter. An ace striker, Lee Yong-Jae and a young attacker, Kubota started the game. Former Fagiano goal keeper, Kushibiki was listed as a starter.


During the first half, Okayama struggled to control the game. In the 4th minute, a free kick was given to the visitors. Kubota's free kick was cleared by the opponent. In the 16th minute, Kiyama got closer to the box but failed to create a chance. Five minutes later, Arima's men conceded an opening goal. In the 28th minute, Kubota's corner was taken care of by Kushibiki. Four minutes later, defender, Hiroki was not able to provide a cross. In the 34th minute, a goal keeper, Ichimori showed a fine saving. 


Two minutes after the break, Kubota's another corner was cleared by the rival. Afterwards, the red-uniformed men had more possession than the first half. In the 58th minute, Kiyama was replaced by a young forward, Fukumoto. One minute later, an attacker, Nakama missed the chance for an equalizer. In the 57th minute, he was not able to grasp another chance. In the 75th minute, Kubota's free kick was denied by Yamagata. Five minutes later, Brazilian poacher, LEO MINEIRO came off the bench to change the game. In the 86th minute, a young defender, Shimoguchi also came in. However, Arima's men were not able to equalize the match.