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

Okayama 2 Renofa Yamaguchi 1

The total attendance:4,476

This sec, two defenders such as Masutani and Hiroki were back in the starting line-up. Korean ace forward, Lee Yong-Jae was expected to play as chance-taker. While, Yamaguchi's forward, Kudo played as a starter.


Eight minutes after the kickoff, an attacker, Nakama showed a fantastic strike, bringing opening goal to his club. Three minutes later, an experienced playmaker, Ueda's attempt was denied by Yamaguchi goal keeper, Yoshimitsu. In the 34th minute, a defender, Hiroki almost found the net. In the 35th minute, Nakama nearly smashed the net, cornered by Ueda. Afterwards, visitors barely made it to keep a clean sheet against the rival.


Nine minutes after the break, Nakama added a second with a brilliant attempt. In the 58th minute, Ueda nearly made a clincher. In the 62nd minute, a young striker, Nakano came off the bench. Right after that, his attempt was saved by Yoshimitsu. In the 71th minute, Masutani's header was off target. In the 78th minute, Ueda was replaced by TAKEDA Shohei. Before the end of the game, head coach, Arima sent young Korean centre back, CHOI Jung Won onto the pitch to change the game. As a result, Okayama made a victory at PRIDE OF CHUSHIKOKU Derby.