Okayama 0 Kyoto Sanga FC 2 The total attendance:8,714
This sec, two veteran men, Iwamasa and Akamine were suspended, therefore, a Korean defender, Kim Jin-kyu and a rookie striker, Fujimoto played as a starter. A defensive midfield player, Watanabe and an ace attacker, Oshitani were back in the starting line-up. A Chinese forward, Wang Jingbin was listed as a substitute for the first time since he joined the club. A minute after the kickoff, Fujimoto almost found the net, assisted by a young attacker, Katayama. Later, Okayama conceded an opening goal. In 3rd minute, a goalkeeper, Nakabayashi showed a superb saving, encouraging his teammates. In 8th minute, Oshitani tried to make an equalizer. Afterward, more possession belonged to the rival. Nagasawa's men were mostly forced to play on their own side. In 27th minute, Fujimoto was not able to grasp the chance. In 30th minute, Nakabayashi made another splendid saving. Three minutes later, Oshitani failed to take a shot. In 35th minute, Fujimoto nearly scored a goal. In 43rd minute, Nakabayashi made a remarkable blocking. Right after the break, a young playmaker, Yajima showed a mid-range shot, trying to equalize the game. In 51st minute, Nakabayashi showed a fine saving. Afterwards, Okayama struggled to take the initiative. In 60th minute, Sekido came in to change the match. Six minutes later, Oshitani failed to strike a goal. Later, the red-uniformed men aggressively tried to change the game. Nakabayashi made an amazing blocking. In 77th minute, Yajima was replaced by a playmaker, Shimada. Two minutes later, Toyokawa came off the bench to change the game. In 84th minute, the rival added a second, securing the victory. At the end, Shimada's shot was blocked by Kyoto's goal keeper, Sugeno. As a result, Okayama were disappointedly defeated.
On March 13, the visitors had relatively more possession, but Okayama aggressively kept attacking. In 45th minute, a captain, Iwamasa took a header, but it was saved by Kyoto's goal keeper, Sugeno. In 50th minute, Sanga's Korean forward, LEE Yong Jae stroke an opener. In 66th minute, Ito successfully equalized the match. Later, Toyokawa netted a second. During the added time, the match was shockingly equalized, ending the game in a tie.
Sanga's key player is Sergio Escudero. He has constantly been on a pitch. This season, he has scored four goals so far. He is certainly the one to watch out for. Okayama's defenders are required to mark him carefully.
On October 23, Kyoto met Mito Hollyhock in Mito. During the match, Kyoto struggled to dominate the game. In 76th minute, Sanga conceded an opening goal. During the added time, Kyoto made a dramatic equalizer, obtaining a point.
This term, Kyoto have been in a good form, aiming for the playoffs. The rival now stay in the 6th place. In order for Okayama to secure to advance to the playoffs, The club are required to defeat Sanga.
On May 22, Fagiano had a close match against Honda. In 24th minute, the rival netted an opener. Later, Fujioka successfully equalized the game with a penalty kick. However, at the end of the match, the game was shockingly finalized by Honda Rock's midfielder, Yamada. As a result, Next were defeated.
This sec, two minutes after the kickoff, Okayama conceded an opening goal. Later, more possesion belonged to Honda. A young attacker, Ishikawa tried to change the game. In 59th minute, the rival made a clincher. In 82th minute, a defender, Koki YAMASHITA was sent off. As a result, the red-uniformed men were beaten.
On October 29, Fagiano face Verspah OITA. This is the club's last match at their home stadium. Therefore, Next are highly expected to defeat the rival for the first victory of the second stage.
Okayama 1 Zweigen Kanazawa 2 The total attendance: 10,031
This sec, a young striker, Toyokawa was back as starter. He was expected to play as a chance taker. An attacker, Mimura was listed in the starting line-up. An ace forward, Oshitani did not appear at this sec. While, former Fagiano's man, Noda played as a starter.
After the kickoff, more chances belonged to the visitors. While, Okayama struggled to take the initiative of the match. In 10th minute, an attacker, Katayama tried to make a chance, but he was blocked by Noda. In 22nd minute, a young playmaker, Yajima failed to make an opening goal with his mid-range shot. Right after that, a goal keeper, Nakabayashi showed an excellent saving. In 26th minute, Akamine tried to possess a ball in the box, it was offside. In 30th minute, Ito failed to provide a cross. Seven minutes later, Mimura were not able to grasp the chance with a free kick. In 40th minute, a veteran forward, Akamine almost found the net. Three minutes later, a captain, Iwamasa was shockingly sent off.
Mimura was replaced by a Korean defender, Kim Jin-kyu. Four minute after the break, Yajima stroke a superb opener, encouraging his team. Later, Okayama's defenders a strong showing. In 57th minute, Sekido took a mid-range shot. Five minutes later, Toyokawa tried to add a second. In 75th minute, the game was equalized by the rival. In 83th minute, head coach, Nagasawa sent two men, Watanabe and Fujimoto onto the pitch to finalize the game. However, during the added time, Okayama conceded a clincher and were shockingly beaten by Kanazawa.
On June 20, Okayama had a close game against Kanazawa. During the first half, Fagiano struggled to score a goal. Right after the break, Kanazawa's forward, Yamazaki smashed an opener. In 70th minute, Oshitani made an equalizer with a penalty kick. After that, Okayama were not able to finalize the match.
This June, Zweigen acquired a Brazilian attacker, David to reinforce the club's attacking strength. He has been almost ever-present since he joined the club. He can be viewed as a threat. Okayama's denfenders are required to mark him with an extra care.
At the 36th sec, Kanazawa were disappointedly defeated by Shimizu S-Pulse. During the match, more possession belonged to Shimizu. Kanazawa conceded three goals, while, they couldn't get any scores.
This season, Zweigen have struggled around the bottom of the league. Their priority is to remain in this campaign next year so that the rival are highly motivated to obtain points. The match is expected to be very tough.
On April 10, Okayama were defeated by Ryutsu 1 - 2. After the kickoff, Fagiano's defenders made a strong showing. Therefore, the first period ended in a scoreless tie. Four minutes after the interval, a young attacker, Ishikawa stroke a memorable opener. However, Ryutsu came from behind and won the game.
During the match, Fagiano struggled to take the initiative of the match. In 7th minute, the red uniformed men conceded a goal. After the break, a young forward, Ishikawa came off the bench to change the game, but in 56th minute, a defender, Yuki TANAKA was sent off and a penalty kick was given to the rival. The opponent added a second. Afterwards, Next were not able to equalize the match.
At next sec, Okayama meet Honda Rock SC. Honda Rock made a solid victory against ReinMeer Aomori at 11th sec. Honda have been in a good form now with five straight victories therefore, 12th sec is expected to be very tough for Okayama.
This is one of the most important matches for Okayama this season. This sec, an ace striker, Oshitani and a defensive midfielder, Watanabe were suspended. Therefore, a playmaker, Sekido and a rookie forward, Fujimoto were listed in the starting line-up. A young attacker, Sakai played as a starter. Furthermore, an experienced attacker, Akiyoshi stood by as a substitute.
After the kickoff, Okayama tried to go forward aggressively. In 5th minute, Fujimoto were not able to take a shot in the box. Later, he tried to keep pressuring against the rival. In 15th minute, a captain, Iwamasa failed to take a header, provided by Katayama. In 21st minute, a veteran forward, Akamine missed a chance for an opening goal. Afterward, the rival's Fujimoto got injured and he was replaced by Moniwa. In 29th minute, Yajima failed to provide a pass with Fujimoto. In 37th minute, the opponent's attacker, Souza made an opener. Four minutes later, Fujimoto tried to change the game.In 43th minute, a playmaker,Sekido made a superb equalizer, assisted by Akamine. One minute later, Ito took a mid-range shot. The first half ended in a tie.
Three minutes after the break, Fujimoto tried to move toward the box. Two minutes later, Yajima took a shot, but it was blocked by the rival.In 51st minute, Iwamasa headed off. In 54th minute, Fujimoto failed to provide a cross with his teammates. Five minutes later, Tanaka came in to change the game. In 61st minute, Iwamasa took anther header, but he couldn't smash the net. In 68th minute, a young attacker, Toyokawa came off the bench. In 84th minute, Fujimoto tried to make a chance. Right after that, he was replaced by a Korean defender, Kim Jin-kyu. During the added time, Toyokawa was not able to take a shot, blocked Souza.Right before the end of the game, a goal keeper, Nakabayashi showed an excellent saving. As a result, Okayama missed the chance to get closer to the rival.
