Noguchi Rento signs pro deal with Sanfrecce
Sanfrecce Hiroshima announced on October 2 that youth midfielder Rento Noguchi has signed a professional contract. The Kumamoto-born Noguchi is set to join the first team for the 2026/27 season, and the club described the move as a positive example of its youth pathway. Noguchi said he understands the responsibility of becoming a professional and will work hard in training.
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Kashiwa’s U‑18 duo Kamo and Sato promoted to first team
Kashiwa Reysol announced on October 2 that U‑18 midfielder Kaito Kamo and defender Sakuhisa Sato have been approved to join the first team in 2027. Both Chiba-born academy products are regarded as promising prospects, and the club outlined a stepped development plan. The players thanked supporters and pledged to repay that support through continued growth.
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J.LEAGUE and NTT Docomo launch fan support program “Oshi‑J”
On October 2 J.LEAGUE introduced a new fan‑support collaboration with NTT Docomo called “Oshi‑J.” By selecting club‑branded settings for Docomo’s d‑point services when making purchases, 5% of accumulated points are shouldered by Docomo and delivered as support funds to clubs. The program had already generated over ¥100 million in support by the end of July 2026 and is seen as a new way to connect everyday spending to club financing.
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Disciplinary ruling issued for Vanraure Hachinohe
On October 2 J.LEAGUE announced a disciplinary ruling against Vanraure Hachinohe. The league imposed a ¥7 million fine and a formal reprimand after finding the club failed to report a September 2025 incident involving its former chairperson’s drunk driving in a timely manner and neglected required notifications. J.LEAGUE called for strengthened governance and measures to prevent recurrence.
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