Seiya Baba Ruptures Right ACL
Kashiwa Reysol announced on October 16 that defender Seiya Baba suffered an injury in the club’s October 9 J1 Round 9 match at Vissel Kobe. Medical examination diagnosed a right anterior cruciate ligament rupture and lateral meniscus damage. The club said it will disclose treatment plans in due course.
Source: J.LEAGUE／Jリーグ公式サイト
Yokohama F. Marinos Signs Environmental Partnership with Yokohama City
Yokohama F. Marinos announced on October 16 that it has signed a partnership with Yokohama City to promote a circular society. The agreement, signed at Nissan Stadium on October 14, covers measures including stronger stadium waste separation, player-led resource‑recycling campaigns, food‑loss reduction publicity, supporter community cleanups and anti‑smoking video outreach.
Source: 日刊スポーツ（nikkansports.com）
FC Tokyo Eye Fifth Straight Win in Derby
A J.League preview published October 16 notes FC Tokyo will attempt to extend a four‑game winning streak to five in the derby against Tokyo Verdy. The preview highlights Tokyo’s run of four consecutive clean sheets and Motoki Nagakura’s 1‑goal, 2‑assist performance in the victory over Urawa as encouraging signs.
Source: J.LEAGUE／Jリーグ公式サイト（プレビュー）
Cerezo Osaka Advance after Lucas Fernandez Winner
Cerezo Osaka’s official account reports the club defeated Gainare Tottori 3‑2 in the Levain Cup 1st Round third‑match, with Lucas Fernandez’s 89th‑minute strike securing progression to the fourth round. The game saw Cerezo twice pegged back, but they found a decisive late goal to seal the win.
Source: スポーツナビ（Yahoo! Japan）
Gamba Seek to Carry ACL Momentum into League
Gamba Osaka’s official preview on October 16 points to the confidence gained from a 3‑1 comeback win over the Newcastle Jets in ACL Elite. Forward Yusei Toshida and the attacking unit impressed in that victory, and the club aims to transfer that momentum into a league revival.
Source: スポーツナビ（Yahoo! Japan）
Sanfrecce Hiroshima Look to Asano After Return
The J.League preview published October 16 highlights second‑placed Sanfrecce Hiroshima hosting Kyoto. The piece notes Hiroshima’s three‑match winning streak and flags the return of Takuma Asano, suggesting the forward could open his Hiroshima account following his comeback.
Source: J.LEAGUE／Jリーグ公式サイト（プレビュー）