Koki Ogawa returns to Machida
Former Japan striker Koki Ogawa confirmed his return to J.League with FC Machida Zelvia after three years in the Netherlands with NEC Nijmegen. He will wear No.9 and his reported annual salary is ¥400 million. Ogawa said he returned to maximize his scoring and to push for the next World Cup; a debut versus Mito on Aug. 29 is expected.
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O Sehun nets first official goal of season
Shimizu forward O Sehun scored his first official goal of the season in the Emperor’s Cup second round. Introduced after halftime against FC Osaka, he reacted to a loose cross and struck a left‑foot volley to level the game; Shimizu went on to win 2–1 after extra time. The club operated a light session ahead of the Aug. 29 league game vs. Kashiwa to aid recovery.
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Cerezo announces Kimura to join in January 2027
Cerezo Osaka confirmed that Ritsumeikan University defender Seinosuke Kimura has been cleared to join the club in January 2027 and has been approved as a JFA/J.League Special Designated Player for 2026/27. The club highlighted his 186cm frame, aerial strength and accurate left‑footed distribution, noting his versatility to cover full‑back positions.
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FC Tokyo rout Nagano 6–0 in Emperor’s Cup
In the Emperor’s Cup second round, FC Tokyo ran up a 6–0 scoreline against AC Nagano Parceiro. Kaede Yamada opened the scoring in the 9th minute and the hosts added further goals through Masato Morishige, Soma Anzai and others; Yamada and Shion Honma also scored in the second half. The comprehensive win sends Tokyo into round three with momentum heading into league play.
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Nagoya stunned by J3 Tottori, lose 1–3
Nagoya Grampus suffered a surprise 1–3 defeat to J3 side Gainare Tottori in the Emperor’s Cup second round. Yoya Fujii’s first‑half opener was overturned in the second half when Taiki Shinoda scored twice and Takumi Kawamura added a late goal. The upset ends Nagoya’s cup run early and raises questions about their immediate response.
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Mito upset by Kyoto Sangaku, lose 0–2
Mito HollyHock were beaten 0–2 by Kyoto Sangaku University in the Emperor’s Cup second round, with forward Hayato Seno netting twice as the university side pulled off a giant‑killing. The result hands Mito a setback ahead of league duties and highlights areas the club will need to address.
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