Match Review 16th Sec : VS Matsumoto Yamaga at City Light Stadium on September 2

Okayama 1  Matsumoto Yamaga 0

The total attendance:3,426 

 

This sec, veteran forward, Akamine was listed as a starting line-up for the first time this season. He was expected to play as a target man. Former Fagiano man, Tsukagawa and Kubota started the game.


Five minutes after the kickoff, an attacker, Yamamoto's attempt was denied by Matsumoto's keeper. In the 25th minute, Uejo tried to smash the net. Afterwards, the home club struggled to strike shots. In the 41st minute, Yamamoto's cross was blocked by the rival. Four minutes later, Popp William showed a fine saving. The first half ended in a scoreless tie.


Seven minutes after the break, Uejo brought a lead to his team with his superb opener, provided by Yamamoto. In the 72nd minute, head coach sent three players such as Lee Yong-Jae, Saito and Noguchi on to the pitch. In the 82nd minute, Popp William made another excellent saving. Four minutes later, Uejo failed to add a second. Afterwards, the red-uniformed men successfully kept a clean sheet.