Match Review 18th Sec : VS Albirex Niigata at DENKA BIG SWAN Stadium on June 13

Okayama 1 Albirex Niigata 0

The total attendance:12,689


 

This sec, right back, Hiroki started the game for the first time this season. Now signing, Takashi ABE was also listed as a starter for the first time this term. Former Fagiano playamaker, Shimada started the game.


After the kickoff, Okayama struggled to have a possession. While, the rival club aggressively kept attacking forward. In the 16th minute, Kawamotomi ssed the chance to open the score, crossed by Tokumoto. In the 28th minute, Shirai's free kick was off target. In the 31st minute, Miyazaki was not able to grasp a chance. In the 38th minute, Kanayama showed a superb saving. In the 43rd minute, Uejo almost smash the net. The first half ended in a scoreless tie.


Three minutes after the break, Shirai's mid-range attempt was off target. Afterwards, Kimura came off the bench to change the game. In the 60th minute, Miyazaki missed a goal-scoring chance. In the 67th minute, Uejo made an excellent opening goal. In the 73rd minute, Kanayama made another fine saving. In the 81st minute, head coach, Arima sent Kaito ABE and Yamamoto to conclude the match. As a result, the visitors successfully kept a clean sheet.