Match Preview 30th Sec : VS Renofa Yamaguchi at Ishin Me-Life Stadium on September 1

On June 15th, Okayama hosted Yamaguchi for PRIDE OF CHUSHIKOKU DERBY. During the first half, the home club aggressively kept pushing forward. In the 31st minute, Nakama almost smashed the net with his mid-range attempt.The first half ended in a scoreless tie. After the break, in the 68th minute, Nakama's header hit the post. In the 84th minute, a playmaker, Takeda stroke an excellent mid-range opener. In the 89th minute, the game was equalized by the rival. As a result, the match ended in a tie.


One of the key players, Kudo struggled to become a firm fixture in the starting line-up, however, he has been constantly present so far this season. He has scored three goals with 21 appearances. He mainly plays the role to change the game.


At the last sec, Yamaguchi welcomed V・Varen Nagasaki. During the match, Yamaguchi were overpowered by the rival's attacking. In the first period, Yamaguchi conceded two goals. After the break, they conceded another two goals. In the 75th minute, Kudo came off the bench to change the game but his club were not able to smash the net.