Match Review 16th Sec : VS Ventforet Kofu at City Light Stadium on May 19

Okayama 2  Venforet Kofu 0

The total attendance:8,798

This two young attackers, Fujii and Iwabuchi were listed in the starting line-up for the first time since they joined the club. Tanaka and Kimura stood by on the bench.


Four minutes after the kickoff, Iwabuchi tried to open the score. In the 11th minute, he smash the net with his amazing strike. In the 13th minute, Lucas missed the chance to add a second. In the 17th minute, he was able to grasp another chance. In the 19th minute, Hayakawa's attempt was blocked by the opponent. In the 26th minute, Lucas almost found the net. In the 31st minute, Brodersen made a superb saving. In the 45th minute, Hayakawa's shot was ballooned over the bar.


Five minutes after the break, Brodersen showed another amazing saving. In the 57th minute, a corner was given to the home club, however, Tagami was not able to double their lead, crossed by Hayakawa. In the 61st minute, Hayakawa was replaced by Kimura. In the 65th minute, Brodersen showed a nice blocking again. In the 73th minute, Iwabuchi nearly added a second. In the 82nd minute, Lucas conclude the game with his stunning strike,  assisted by Wakasa. Right after that, Kimura's shot was blocked by the opponent. As a result, Okayama successfully kept a clean sheet.