Match Preview 13th Sec : VS Tokyo Verdy at Peace Wing Stadium on April 29

The rival club made a stunning performance in the division 1 League last year, finishing in the 6th position, even through they were newly promoted.


In Tokyo, there are some young talents. Arai is one of these. He has been ever-present as the first choice as a playmaker, can be the one to watch out for.

Match Review 12th Sec : VS Avispa Fukuoka at Best Denki Stadium on April 25

Okayama 1 Avispa Fukuoka 1

The total attendance:6,157

This sec, Ichimi was back in the starting line-up. Lucas and Kamiya were back on the bench. They were expected to score goals.


After the kickoff, the visitors struggled to have more ball possession. In the 7th minute, Okayama conceded an opening goal. In the 21st minute, Tatsuta showed a nice blocking. Right after that, Brodersen made a fine saving. In the 40th minute, Ichimi's attempt was off target, crossed by Fujita. In the 43rd minute, Matsumoto failed to equalize the game.


Kimura was replaced by Kato. In the 47th minute, Brodersen made another great saving. In the 52nd minute, Tabei's strike was off target. In the 57th minute, Lucas came off the bench to change the game. In the 61st minute, he nearly found the net. In the 78th minute, Fujita was replaced by Kamiya. In the 82nd minute, Kato almost made it tie. Right after that, Iwabuchi's attempt was off target. During the added time, Lucas stroke an equalizer with his superb shot, obtaining a point.

Match Preview 12th Sec : VS Avispa Fukuoka at Best Denki Stadium on April 25

The club have faced Fukuoka many times when the rival club belonged to the division 2. In the recent years, they have settled in the top league. In order for Kiyama's men to make a survival, they are required to defeat the rival.


Fukuoka's playmaker, Matsuoka can be one of the keyplayers. He can trigger his team's attacking and create chances. 

Match Review 11th Sec : VS Kashima Antlers at JFE Stadium on April 20

Okayama 1 Kashima Antlers 2

The total attendance:15,325

This sec, Gleyson was listed as a substitute for the first time this season. He has been healed from his injury. Sato, Kimura and Lucas were expected to score goals as a starter.


After the kickoff, the home club struggled to take control of the game. In the 2nd minute, Kimura showed a nice blocking In the 19th minute, a penalty was given to the opponent and then, Brodersen saved his club. In the 30th minute, Fujita nearly found the net. Three minutes later, Lucas failed to make an opener. In the 42nd minute, Sato's attempt was off target. Right after that, Sato opened the score with his superb strike.


Five minutes after the break, the game was equalized by the rival. In the 60th minute, Yanagi and Kamiya came off the bench to change the game. In the 68th minute, another substitute, Ichimi tried to make a clincher. Five minutes later, the visitors added a second. In the 75th minute, Lucas was replaced by Gleyson. In the 44th minute, Ichimi nearly made an equalizer. As a result, the red-uniformed men were not able to obtain a point.

Match Preview 11th Sec : VS Kashima Antlers at JFE Stadium on April 20

Kashima Antlers are one of the powerful clubs in Japan. The rival club have won lots of titles before such as the division 1 league champion, Asia Champion's League.


Kashima have two stunning attackers such Suzuki and Leo Ceara. Their shooting ability is the one to watch out for. The red-uniformed men are required to mark them with an extra care.

Match Review 10th Sec : VS Sanfrecce Hiroshima at Peace Wing Stadium on April 12

Okayama 1 Sanfrecce Hiroshima 0

The total attendance:26,135

This is CHUGOKU regeion derby. The tickets for this match were sold out therefore the stadium was full of fans of the both clubs. This sec, Lacas and Tabei were back in the starting line-up.


After the kickoff, the visitors struggled to have a ball possession. In the 5th minute, Esaka tried to score an opener, crossed by Lucas. In the 16th minute, Tagami tried to make an opening goal. One minute later, Tabei's attempt was off target. In the 30th minute, Kimura's header was denied by the opponent. In the 40th minute, Brodersen showed a fine saving.


Five minutes after the break, Brodersen made another good saving. In the 57th minute, Kimura nearly found the net. In the 58th minute, Sato smash the net with his stunning strike. In the 63th minute, Lucas's shot was off target. In the 76th minute, the head coach, Kiyama made three changes, sending Ichimi, Kamiya and Yanagi onto the pitch. Afterwards, the red-uniformed men made efforts to keep a clean sheet and obtained three points.

Match Preview 10th Sec : VS Sanfrecce Hiroshima at Peace Wing Stadium on April 12

This is the derby of Chugoku Region and their first meeting. The three-time J Leage division 1 champion host the club. The match is expected to be very tough.


Former Fagiano mid-fielder, Semba knows well about the club therefore if he plays for this match, he can be the one to watch out for.

Match Review 9th Sec : VS FC Tokyo at JFE Stadium on April 6

Okayama 1 FC Tokyo 0

The total attendance:15,073

The head coach, Kiyama placed some fresh players in the  starting line-up. Abe is one of these, who started the game for the first time this season. He looked motivated to obtain the first-choice.


After the kickoff, the home club struggled to create chances with less ball possession. In the 6th minute, Brodersen made a fine saving. In the 19th minute, he made another good blocking. In 28th minute, Ichimi  tried to open the score. In the 34th minute, Kudo showed a fine blocking. Durin the first half, the club had only one attempt.


Tabei was in. Two minutes after the break, Matsumoto seemed to find the net, but it was offside. In the 59th minute, Ichimi was replaced by Lucas. In the 61st minute, Tabei smash the net with his superb strike. Three minutes later, Esaka hit the target, but it was denied by the opponent. In the 77th minute, Abe's attempt was off target. Kamiya came off the bench to secure their victory. During the added time, Iwabuchi tried to add a second. As a result, the red-uniformed men kept a clean sheet.

Match Preview 9th Sec : VS FC Tokyo at JFE Stadium on April 6

In 2011, Okayama met one of the powerful clubs in Tokyo. The red-uniformed men never scored and won the rival before therefore the club were expected to defeat the rival.


There are some experienced players in Tokyo. The legendary former Japan international, Nagatomo is one of these. The 38 year-old side back is still in a good form. 

Match Review 8th Sec : VS Cerezo Osaka at Yodoko Stadium on April 2

Okayama 1 Cerezo Osaka 2

The total attendance:17,141

This sec, a youngster, Sato started the game for the first time, this season. Tabei and Iwabuchi were back in the starting line-up. Kimura was listed on the reserve list. He was expected to change the game.


Three minutes after the kickoff, the visitors conceded an opening goal. A minute later, Lucas almost equalized the game. Right after that, Tagami's attempt was ballooned over the bar. In the 9th minute, Brodersen showed a fine saving. In the 13th minute, Lucas tried to find the net, but it was denied by the opponent. In the 19th minute, Brodersen made another amazing saving. In the 44th minute, Sato made an equalizer with his stunning strike. Right after that, the rival scored a clincher.


Seven minutes after break, Iwabuchi was not able to equalize the game with his attempt. In the 56th minute, Lucas's strike was off target. One minute later, Kamiya and Kimura came off the bench to change the game. Right after that, Kimura's attempt was off target. In the 64th minute, Kudo failed to make an equalizer. In the 76th minute, Ichimi was in. Afterwards, Kiyama's men struggled to create chances and lost points.

Match Preview 8th Sec : VS Cerezo Osaka at Yodoko Stadium on April 2

In 2016, Okayama met the rival at the final of the playoffs for the division 1 and lost in vain. That was the last meeting for the club. Kiyama's men must be motivated to take the revenge.


The legendary former Japan international, Kagawa is one of the key players in Osaka. He can trigger his team's attacking and create lots of chances.