Kobe opens ACL with an away win
Vissel Kobe opened their ACL Elite campaign on September 16 with a 2-1 away win over Port FC. Ren Komatsu put Kobe ahead after 10 minutes, and although the hosts drew level just before halftime, Yoshinori Muto struck in the 61st minute — connecting with a pass from Yuya Osako and finishing from the area — for the decisive goal at Thailand’s Thammasat Stadium in rainy conditions.
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Kashiwa overturned by Jeonbuk
Kashiwa Reysol began their ACL Elite campaign with a 1-2 defeat at Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors on September 16. Kenshin Yumoba gave Kashiwa the lead in the 30th minute, but the hosts drew level late in the first half and then scored again in the second half to complete the comeback. The match at Jeonju World Cup Stadium remained competitive until the end.
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V-Varen Nagasaki complete signing of FW Jonathan Junior
V-Varen Nagasaki announced on September 16 the permanent signing of forward Jonathan Junior, 27. Jonathan spent the most recent season with Poland’s Stal Je?ef (Stal J?sz?w) and joins Nagasaki as part of the club’s plans to bolster their attacking options. The transfer was confirmed by the club in an official release.
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JEF United Chiba take DF Nduka Boniface on loan from Kobe
JEF United Chiba announced on September 16 that they have signed defender Nduka Boniface on loan from Vissel Kobe. The loan runs through June 30, 2027; under the terms the player will not be eligible to face Kobe in official competitions during the loan. The move provides Chiba with an additional defensive option, the club said in its statement.
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Kashima complete signing of defender Omori from Mito
Kashima Antlers announced on September 16 the permanent signing of defender Nagisa Omori from Mito HollyHock. The club confirmed Omori will wear number 19 and said the addition is intended to strengthen Kashima’s defensive options. Omori had been with Mito since 2025 and joins Kashima as they look to boost squad depth.
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J.League launches nationwide invitation campaign
On September 16 the J.League announced its autumn nationwide invitation campaign, “Oideyo J.League,” which will invite 200,000 people across Japan by lottery to attend matches. The initiative targets first-time and returning stadium visitors; full details on eligible fixtures and how to apply are available on the league’s official site as part of efforts to broaden matchday attendance.
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