Match Preview 22nd Sec : VS Kashima Antlers at Kashima Stadium on June 28

On April 20th, Okayama visited Kashima. After the kickoff, the home club struggled to take control of the game. In the 19th minute, a penalty was given to the opponent and then, Brodersen saved his club. In the 43th minute, Sato opened the score with his superb strike.Five minutes after the break, the game was equalized by the rival. In the 73rd minute, the visitors added a second. As a result, the red-uniformed men were not able to obtain a point.


The rival club has been at the top of the league therefore it is expected to be tough game. In order to survive in this league, Okayama were at least required to obtain one point.

Match Review 21st Sec : VS Yokohama F･Marinos at Nissan Stadium on June 21

Okayama 1  Yokohama F･Marinos 0

The total attendance:29,282

This sec, former Marinos defender, Kato was not listed for this match. Lucas was back in the starting line-up. He was expected to score a goal. Popo was on the reserve list. He was expected to change the game.


Two minutes after the kickoff, a free kick was given to the visitors, but they were not able to grasp the chance. In the 4th minute, Kimura's attempt was side-netted. In the 5th minute, Esaka showed a nice strike. Right after that, Sato nearly found the net. In the 13th minute, Okayama's set piece was off side. In the 16th minute, Lucas opened the score with his amazing header from corner. In the 44th minute, Matsumoto almost added a second. Before the break, Brodersen showed an amazing saving.
 

After the break, Kiyama's men struggled to have more ball possession. In the 55th minute, Brodersen made a superb blocking. In the 57th minute, Yanagi and Iwabuchi came off the bench to change the game. And also Lucas made efforts to try to change game. Right after that, Kamiya tried to double their lead.  In the 60th minute, Brodersen showed a superb saving. In the 77th minute, Sato's strike hit the cross bar. As a result, the red-uniformed men successfully kept clean sheet.

Match Preview 21st Sec : VS Yokohama F･Marinos at Nissan Stadium on June 21

14th minute after the kickoff, Brodersen, made an amazing saving. In the 18th minute, Esaka tried to open the score. In the 45th minute, Brodersen made another great saving. The first half ended in a scoreless tie. Nine minutes after the break, Kamiya and Sato came off the bench to change the game. In the 57th minute, Tagami  almost found the net.  In the 67th minute, Lucas smash the net with his superb strike. As a result, the red uniformed men successfully kept a clean sheet.


This season, this poweeful club stuggle around the bottom of the league. This giant club have never been  delegated to the lower league.  

Match Review 20th Sec : VS Avispa Fukuoka at JFE Stadium on June 15

Okayama 0  Avispa Fukuoka 1

The total attendance:14,653

This sec, Kudo and Kamiya were back in the starting line up. Three new signings, Kawanami, Motoyama and Popo were on the reserve list.


After the kickoff, Okayama struggled to take control of the game. In the 9th minute, Fujita showed a nice blocking. Five minutes later, he made another nice blocking. In the 16th minute, Tagami's attempt was off target. In the 22nd minute, Esaka almost opened the score with his heading. Later, the home club couldn't create chances.


After the break, the game remained the same. In the 55th minute, Ichimi's attempt was off target, crossed by Kudo. In the 56th minute, Lucas and Matsumoto came off the bench to change the game. In the 65th minute, Matsumoto's shot was blocked by the opponent. In the 69th minute, Kiyama's men conceded an opener. Right after that, Popo and Motoyama were sent onto the pitch. During the added time, Motoyama was not able to equalize the game.

Match Preview 20th Sec : VS Avispa Fukuoka at JFE Stadium on June 15

On April 25th, the club made a tied game against Fukuoka. Seven minutes after the kickoff, Okayama conceded an opening goal. In the 21st minute, Tatsuta showed a nice blocking. In the 40th minute, Ichimi's attempt was off target, crossed by Fujita. In the 43rd minute, Matsumoto failed to equalize the game.In the 57th minute, Lucas came off the bench to change the game. In the 61st minute, he nearly found the net. In the 82nd minute, Kato almost made it tie.


In order to stay in the safety place, the club are expected to bring three points to their fans at their home stadium.

Emperor's cup 2025:The club's challenge ended in a flash again

On June 11th, Okayama host the division 3 club, Giravanz Kitakyushu as well as J League cup this year. At this match, head coach, Kiyama placed several fresh players. Young goal keeper, Kawakami is one of these. He was expected to shine himself.


After the kickoff, the club suffered from the opponent's pressure and conceded opener during the first half. After the break, the game remained unchanged. The red uniformed men conceded a second and had a devastating defeat. Their journey at Emperor's cup ended in a flash.

Match Review 19th Sec : VS Shonan Bellmare at Hiratsuka Stadium on June 1

Okayama 1 Shonan Bellmare 1

The total attendance:11,696

The head coach, Kiyama placed the same starting line-up as the last sec. Lucas and Kamiya were listed on the bench. They were expected to change the game.


Right after the kickoff, Esaka's attempt was off target, crossed by Ichimi. In the 19th minute, Ichimi's another cross was blocked by the opponent. Right after that, Kato nearly found the net. In the 26th minute, Fujita almost opened the score. In the 28th minute, Sato failed to bring a lead to his team. In the 34th minute, Ichimi's strike was off target. In the 37th minute, Sato smash the net with his stunning shot.


After the break, the visitors struggled to take control of the game. In the 64th minute, Ichimi was replaced by Lucas. However, the game was equalized by the opponent. In the 78th minute, Yanagi's attempt was off target. In the 86th minute, Kamiya came off the bench to conclude the game. However, they were not able to clinch the game. As a result, Okayama shared a point with the rival.