On the first day of golden week holidays, lots of Fagiano fans were at the stadium. This sec, an ace attacker, Oshitani were back in the starting line-up. An experienced midfield player, Akiyoshi stood by as a substitute. Former Fagiano's man, Takashi Suzuki was listed as a substitute.
Three minutes after the kickoff, Takashi Suzuki almost found the net, while Nakabayashi showed a brilliant saving to bring forces to Okayama. Two minutes later, Iwamasa's header was blocked by the opponent's goalkeeper, but Oshitani successfully made an opener. In 29th minute, Ito had a chance but he was not able to grasp it. Two minutes later, the game was equalized by Machida's forward, Nakajima. In 38th minute, a captain, Iwamasa headed a goal to encourage his team.
After the interval, the visitors made counter attacks. In 59th minute, Machida's ace striker, Koji Suzuki netted an equalizer. In 70th minute, Iwamasa took a header, but it hit the post. Five minutes later, a young attacker, Toyokawa came in to conclude the game. In 89th minute, Nakabayashi showed excellent savings. Even though Fagiano actively kept attacking, they were not able to finalize the game.
Last term, Machida finished in the second place in the division 3. In the playoffs, they surprisingly defeated one-time J League cup champion, Oita Trinita and got promoted to the division 2. Obviously, the club are highly motivated in the upper league.
Head coach, Soma is the former Japan international. He has been working for the club since 2014. A midfielder, Takafumi SUZUKI is one of the key players. He used to play for Fagiano before, but he did not have lots of opportunities to play when he was in Okayama. Another, SUZUKI, whose name is Koji, is the one to watch out for. He is the top scorer of division 3 in 2013. He has scored three goals so far this season.
At the last sec, Machida met V・Varen Nagasaki in their home. During the game, Soma's men struggled to attack, but in 76th minute, an attacker, Nakajima stroke an opener to bring forces to his team and successfully defeated the Nagasaki.Surprisingly, Zelvia came out on top in this league as of 9th sec.
Machida are defensive club, therefore, it is predicted that Okayama would struggle to attack against solid inZelvia's defence. Fagiano attackers such as Oshitani, Akamine and Toyokawa are expected to score goals to secure their victory.
Last season, Next had one victory and one loss against Maruyasu, so that it seems the match is unpredictable. This time, Next's attackers are expected to make a strong showing to bring a victory to the club. Next have been suffering in a slump since the beginning of this season, therefore, the club were expected to rise up. During the match, Next struggled to dominate the game, while the opponentnetted two goals in total to secure their victory. As a result, Okayama failed to avoida eighth consecutive defeat. At the next sec, red-uniformed men play against Tokyo Musashino City FC. Before this term, this rival acquired the former Fagiano Next midfielder, Hatano. He is from Hachioji city, which is close to the club's hometown. Needless to say, he is a local hero there.
Okayama 0 Montedio Yamagata 1 The total attendance: 8256
It was raining at this evening match. Head coach, Nagasawa placed the same starting line-up as the last sec.An ace striker, Oshitani was back on the bench. He was expected to conclude the game. On the other hand, Yamagata's ace forward, Oguro was not listed for this match.
After the kickoff, Okayama actively kept attacking the opponent. A young playmaker, Yajima stroke a first shot at this match. In 17th minute, Yajima took an excellent mid-range shot, but it was amazingly saved by Montedio's goal keeper, Yamagishi. Five minutes later, a rookie forward, Fujimoto had a chance, but he was unable to grasp it. In 25th minute, Nakabayashi showed a brilliant saving to encourage his team. In 41th minute, he saved Fagiano again to keep a clean sheet. The first half ended in a scoreless tie.
Nine minutes after the interval, Shimada's mid-range shot misfired. Three minutes later, Oshitani came in, replacing Fujimoto. In 62th minute, Ito headed off. Three minutes later, a young attacker, Toyokawa was sent onto the pitch to change the game, however, in 70th minute, Yamagata's forward, Hayashi netted an opener. In 86th minute, Toyokawa took a header, but it hit the post. Two minutes later, a veteran forward, Akamine struck the top of the crossbar with a header. During the added time, Oshitani almost found the net, but Yamagishi saved the visitors again. As a result, red-uniformed club failed to equalize the match.
Last season,Yamagata finished at the bottom of the division 1 league, and suffered a demotion. It was obvious that the club's strength was not enough to remain in the top league. They had a disappointing term last year.
This year, former Kyoto Sanga's ace attacker, Oguro joined Yamagata on a loan. He is a genuinely chance-taker and very experienced. He has scored two goals so far this season. He is obviously the one to watch out for.
On April 17, Montedio met Hokkaido Consadole Sapporo. During the match, Yamagata's young midfielder, Yuruki scored an opener to encourage his team. After the break, more possession belonged to Sapporo. In 59th minute, the game was equalized by the rival. As a result, the match ended in tie.
During the match, Okayama's defenders are required to mark Oguro very carefully. If they are successfully able to hold him, red-uniformed men are likely to be able to defeat the rival.
Last term, Tochigi finished at the bottom of the league. This term, this relegation contender have struggled around the bottom, therefore, Next are expected to defeat the rival.
This sec, 324 fans came to City Light Stadium. A young attacker, Ishikawa has played as the first choice recently. During the match, more chances belonged to the visitors. In 14th minute, the rival made an opener and before the break, they added a goal. Next were mostly forced to play on their territory. In 58th minute, the match was finallized by the Tochigi.
At 8th sec, Okayama face FC Maruyasu Okazaki. This year, former Gainare Tottori's midfield player, Toshitaka TSURUMI joined Okazaki. He is experienced and can be viewed as a threat.
This sec, some of the matches were cancelled because of the earthquake in Kumamoto. A veteran, Kaji was back in the starting line-up. A rookie attacker, Fujimoto played as a starter as well as the last sec. An ace forward, Oshitani was not listed for this match.
Right after the kickoff, Fujimoto actively took a shot, but failed. Five minutes later, Yajima had a chance to try to strike an opener. In 15th minute, Katayama headed off, provided by Yajima. Fujimoto tried to receive a ball from a captain, Iwamasa, but that was blocked by the oponent's goalkeeper. In 34th minute, Akamine and Fujimoto tried to make a chance, however, Gunma showed a solid in defence. A minute later, Kaji netted an excellent opener in the box. Before the break, Gunma were unable to equalize the game.
During the second half, in 4th minute, Katayama provided a cross, but it was cleared by Gunma. Two minutes later, Fujimoto failed to add a goal. A defensive midfielder, Shimada took a shot with a free kick, but it was blocked by Gunma. In 29th minute, a young striker, Toyokawa was placed onto the pitch and five minutes later, Okamoto came off the bench to finalize the game. The opponent struggled to dominate the match, therefore, Okayama successfully kept a clean sheet, bringing a victory to their fans.
