Match Preview 23rd Sec : VS Vegalta Sendai at City Light Stadium on July 6

On May 26th, Okayama visited Sendai. Seven minutes after the kickoff, a penalty was given to the opponent due to Okayama's handball. Sendai opened the score. In the 16th minute, Brodersen showed an excellent saving. In the 21st minute, Hayakawa smash the net with his stunning equalizer. One minute after the break, Iwabuchi made a clincher with his amazing strike. In the 60th minute, he was replaced by Kimura. In the 69th minute, Kimura added a third, crossed by Lucas. In the 75th minute, Wakasa and Tanaka came off the bench to secure their victory. In the 76th minute, Yanagi found the net. Afterwards, the red uniformed men made efforts for three points.


In order to catch up with the top group, Okayama are required to obtain three points. Former Sendai head coach, Kiyama must be highly motivated.