‘Shonan Coast Run’ cancelled
Shonan Bellmare announced that the home-opening PR event “Shonan Coast Run” scheduled for Saturday, July 25 was cancelled after a lightning advisory was issued for the event area. The club said it posted the cancellation on its official site and social channels and will contact registered participants with information on rescheduling or refunds. The decision prioritized participant safety.
Niigata in preseason action
Albirex Niigata took part in a preseason match on Saturday, July 25 against Montedio Yamagata. Clubs across the J.League are using preseason fixtures to prepare for the August league start, and Niigata’s match was listed as a 19:00 kickoff with partial broadcast coverage. The club emphasized checking player condition and testing tactics ahead of the season.
U-15 J.League select beat Liverpool U15
In the J.League International Series academy match, the U-15 J.League select side defeated Liverpool FC U15. The match at Ajinomoto Field Nishigaoka was halted for about 60 minutes due to lightning, but after play resumed Isobe Reimu scored the winner. The event provides valuable international experience and exchange for young players.