2016年5月31日火曜日

JFL Match Review 14th Sec (1st) : VS FC Osaka on May 29

Fagiano Next 2  FC Osaka 1

In 2015, Okayama were disappointedly defeated by FC Osaka at home and away matches. Their attacking strengths are the one to watch out for. A Brazilian attacker, Juninho is a big figure. He used to play for Cruzeiro EC in the top league in Brazil before. 




This sec, Okayama made a stunning upset against Osaka. In 17th minute, Osaka netted an opener with a penalty kick. Six minutes later, a defender ,Yamashita equalized the game. In 36th minute, Osaka's captain, Iwamoto was sent off. Three minutes later, A young attacker, Fujioka smashed a decisive second, bringing a victory to Next.



At the next sec, Okayama meet Vanraure Hachinohe at City Light Stadium. Hachinohe failed to promote to J League division 3 last season even though the club finished in the 2nd place of Japan Football League. The reason is that their stadium did meet the requirement of J League.  

2016年5月29日日曜日

Match Review 15th Sec : VS Cerezo Osaka at Yanmer Stadium Nagai on May 28

Okayama 1 Cerezo Osaka 2

The total attendance: 13,774




This sec, a legend, Kaji was back as a starter. A young attacker, Toyokawa was listed in the starting line-up. He was expected to play as a chance-taker. An ace striker, Oshitani stood by as a substitute. He was anticipated to finalize the game.


Five minutes after the kickoff, Brazilian midfield player, Souza had an accident and he was replaced by Ogihara. Eight minutes later, Toyokawa smashed an excellent opener, making a good start. In 16th minute, Sekido provided a good cross, but it was blocked by the opponent's defender. In 31st minute, Cerezo's attacker, Kiyohara equalized the game, bringing forces to Osaka. Right before the break, Toyokawa was not able to grasp the chance, provided by Akamine.


After the break, in 54th minute, Akamine received a ball in the box, but his shot was misfired. Six minutes later, Oshitani was sent onto the pitch. While, in 62th minute, Cerezo's attacker, Sekiguchi came in. One minute later, Osaka's young mid fielder, Yamamura found the net, assisted by Sekiguchi. In 70th minute, Ito failed to equalize the match. Two minutes later, Nakabayashi showed a brilliant saving, stopping Kakitani's shot. In 80th minute, Fujimoto and Tanaka were placed on the pitch, however, red-uniformed club were not able to make an equalizer.

2016年5月27日金曜日

Match Preview 15th Sec : VS Cerezo Osaka at Yanmer Stadium Nagai on May 28

It is obvious that Cerezo Osaka are one of the title hopefuls in the division 2 this term. In 2015, this powerful club shockingly failed to promote to the top league, beaten by Avispa Fukuoka at the playoffs even though their strength is powerful enough to play in the division 1. 


An ace attacker, Kakitani came back to Osaka from FC Basel in Switzerland this year. Needless to say, he is very talented and can be viewed as a threat. He has been ever-present this season and he has already scored four goals so far. On their bench, several well-known attackers stand-by such as Tamada, Tashiro and Sekiguchi. They are all experienced and caution needed.


At 14th sec, Osaka met Yokohama FC at
Nippatsu Mitsuzawa Stadium. During the match, Cerezo struggled to score even though the team mostly dominated the game. On the other hand, in 87th minute, Yokohama's defender, Ichimura stroke an opener. Two minutes later, Osaka successfully equalized the match, but they were not able to defeat the home club.
 

This season, Osaka were expected to run in the top group, but as of now, the club stay in the 4th place with 25 points. At present, Okayama have 25 points and stay two places higher than Osaka because of goal differences. Therefore, the match is expected to be very tough.  

2016年5月25日水曜日

JFL Match Review 13th Sec (1st) : VS Honda Lock SC on May 22

Fagiano Next  1 Honda Lock SC  2  

In 2015, Okayama had one scoreless tie and one victory, therefore, it seems that the red-uniformed club are relatively good with this rival. Especially, their attackers are expected to rise up to bring a victory to their fans.   



During the match, Okayama made a strong showing. However, in 24th minute, Honda Rock scored an opener. Before the break, Okayama's attacker, Fujioka equalized the game with a penalty kick. At the end of the match, the game was shockingly finalized by Honda Rock's midfielder, Yamada. As a result, Next were defeated.


On May 29, Okayama face FC Osaka. Osaka got promoted to Japan Football League in 2015. Last season, the team ended up in the 8th place, failing to get up to J League division 3, therefore, this year, the club acquired some talented players.

2016年5月23日月曜日

Match Review 14th Sec : VS Ehime FC at City Light Stadium on May 22

Okayama 2 Ehime FC 1

The total attendance: 8,486 





This sec, a veteran, Kaji did not appear because of his suspension. A young playmaker, Yajima was not listed for this match since he was called up for under 23 international team. Instead of them, Tanaka and Sekido played as a starter. While, former Fagiano 's man, Tamabayashi was listed as a starter.


After the kickoff, more chances belonged to the visitors. In 3rd minute, Tamabayashi took a header. Later, Okayama were mostly forced to play in their own territory, while, Ehime kept pressuring red-uniformed men. In 38th minute, Ito provided a cross, but nobody was able to grasp the chance. Seven minutes later, Ehime's striker, Kondo netted an opener. Okayama were not able to take any shots during the first period.


Nine minutes after the break, a rookie attacker, Fujimoto, who is from Ehime city, came off the bench to change the game. Later, Tanaka took a header for the first shot of this match. In 59th minute, Nakabayashi stopped Ehime's attacker, Kawahara's shot. In 62th minute, Tanaka scored a memorable equalizer on a header, bringing to forces his team. Five minutes later, Ito took a mid-range shot, provided by Akamine. In 75th minute, a young attacker, Toyokawa was sent onto the pitch to finalize the game. Seven minutes later, Nakabayashi showed an excellent saving. In 85th minute, Akamine stroke a decisive header. As a result, Fagiano successfully defeated the rival.



2016年5月20日金曜日

Match Preview 14th Sec : VS Ehime FC at City Light Stadium on May 22

Last term, Ehime made a big breakthrough, finishing in the 5th place therefore, the orange-uniformed club successfully advanced to the playoffs. Even though Ehime were defeated by Cerezo Osaka at the playoffs, the team had a great impact on the division 2 League.


This season, Ehime acquired an attacker, Sakano on a loan from a powerful club, Urawa Reds. In 2015, he appeared in 41 games and netted six goals for Tochigi SC. This season, he has constantly been in the field with two goals so far. He can be viewed as a threat.

 
At 13th sec, Ehime faced Kyoto Sanga FC. During the first half, More possession belonged to Kyoto, while Ehime struggled to attack. The first period ended in a scoreless tie. After the interval, Ehime had several chances, but they were not able to finalize the game, while, at the end of match, Kyoto stroke a decisive, defeating Ehime.


On May 18, 8th sec took place in Kanazawa because the match had been cancelled once. During the match, more chances belonged to Kanazawa. In 36th minute, Kanazawa's midfield player, Ando netted an opener. In 73th minute, a forward, Kaneko added a goal. On the other hand, In 86th minute, Ehime's forward, Senuma stroke a goal, however, Ehime were not able to equalize the game.

2016年5月18日水曜日

JFL Match Review 12th Sec (1st) : VS Verspah OITA on May 14

Fagiano Next 2  Verspah OITA  0

Last term, Okayama were defeated by the opponent at both home and away matches. During the matches, Next's defenders struggled to mark the opponent's powerful attackers. This sec, red-uniformed men are expected to avenge those defeats. 



During the match, Fagiano actively kept attacking to try to dominate the game. In 12th minute, a young striker, Ishikawa netted an opener. After the break, a midfield player, Chibu added a second decisive. Finally, Okayama successfully made a victory for the first time this season.


At the next sec, Okayama play against Honda Lock SC at City Light Stadium. Honda Lock are based in Miyazaki and have been an obstacle for the other clubs, aiming for J League division 3. Former Kamatamare Sanuki's forward, Ichihara can be viewed as a threat.