Match Preview 23rd Sec : VS Montedio Yamagata at City Light Stadium on July 21

On May 5th, during the first half, Okayama struggled to control the game. 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. After the break, the red-uniformed men had more possession than the first half. In the 59th minute,  an attacker, Nakama missed the chance for an equalizer. In the 57th minute, he was not able to grasp another chance. Afterwards, Arima's men were not able to equalize the match.


After the 22nd sec, an ace forward, Sakata signed with the division 1 club, Matsumoto Yamaga. He has scored seven goals as the club's top scorer so far this season. Another striker, Jefferson Baiano is expected to cover up for the ace forward.


On July 13rd, Montedio Yamagata hosted Kyoto Sanga. During the match, Yamagata struggled to keep pushing forward. Nine minutes after the break, the home club conceded an opening goal. Afterwards, they were not able to equalize the match.