Match Review 37th Sec : VS Ventforet Kofu at JIT Recycle Ink Stadium on November 3

Okayama 2 Ventforet Kofu 1

The total attendance:5,142   

This sec, head coach, Arima placed some fresh players. Mitchell Duke was back as a starter from his suspension. An experienced centre back, Hamada started the game to cover for the first choice, Abe.


After the kickoff, the opponent had more ball possession. In the 8th minute, the free kick was given to Okayama. Mitchell Duke was able to grasp the chance with his superb header. Two minutes later, Uejo successfully added a second with his brilliant attacking. Afterwards, the red-uniformed men showed solid defence even through they struggled to have more ball possession.


After the break, the remained the same. In the 55th minute, Arima's men conceded a goal. Three minutes later, Arima sent three fresh men onto the pitch. One of these, Kimura aggressively tried to push forward to change the game. In the 78th minute, the visitors failed to add a third with their free kick. Later, Okayama made efforts to stop the rival's attacking and obtained three points.