Match Review 17th Sec : VS Thespakusatsu Gunma at City Light Stadium on May 21

Okayama 2  Thespakusatsu 1

The total attendance:5,180


 

This sec, Takahashi started the game for the first time as red-uniformed men. Tiago and Sakuragawa were back in the starting line-up. Former Fagiano keeper, Kushibiki played as a starter.


Two minutes after the kickoff, Hotta made a fine saving. Right after that, Tiago smash the net with his superb opener, assisted by Takahashi. In the 12th minute, Sakuragawa almost added a second. Two minutes later, he was not able to grasp another chance. In the 27th minute, he missed the chance to double their lead.  In the 31th minute, his attempt was blocked by opponent. In the 44th minute, Jordy BUIJS showed a good blocking. Right before the break, Tiago failed to add a second.


Four minutes after the interval, the game was equalized by the rival since a penalty was given. In the 54th minute, Yanagi nearly found the net. In the 60th minute, Sakuragawa was replaced by Lucas. Right after that, Lucas failed to create a chance. In the 74th minute, Tabei and Takagi came off the bench to change the game. Later, Mauk and Motoyama were also sent onto the pitch. In the 80th minute, Motoyama's shot was off target. In the 83rd minute, Mauk nearly found the net. Two minutes later, he made a clincher with his stunning strike. Afterwards, Okayama made efforts to obtain three points.