Shunki Higashi nets winner as Hiroshima beat Fukuoka
On September 19 at Best Denki Stadium, Sanfrecce Hiroshima defeated Avispa Fukuoka 1-0. Shunki Higashi reacted to a pass from Nakano and buried a left-foot shot in the 68th minute; that strike proved the winner. Attendance was 12,906. The victory gave Hiroshima a timely boost.
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Matheus Savio scores twice as Urawa win 3-1
At Saitama Stadium in Round 8, Urawa Reds beat Tokyo Verdy 3-1. Matheus Savio netted a brace and Minamino added a headed goal as Urawa pulled clear; Tokyo Verdy’s Arai provided a consolation. Attendance was 33,652.
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Kawasaki and Kashima play out 3-3 thriller
In Round 8 at Uvance Todoroki Stadium, Kawasaki Frontale and Kashima Antlers played out a 3-3 draw. Goals came in a flurry — including strikes from Marcinho and Leo Ceara — and Pedro Romano’s late header brought Kawasaki level. The match, played in wet conditions, drew 22,734 fans.
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Kyoto win it in stoppage time as Alex Souza heads winner
At JFE Hare no Kuni Stadium in Round 8, Kyoto Sanga edged Fagiano Okayama 2-1. After conceding a goal to Na Sangho, Kyoto sealed a dramatic victory when Alex Souza headed home in stoppage time. Attendance was 14,822.
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V-Varen Nagasaki and Cerezo share the points in 1-1 draw
At PEACE STADIUM in Round 8, V-Varen Nagasaki and Cerezo Osaka played to a 1-1 draw. Matheus Jesus opened the scoring in the 34th minute, and Lucas Fernandes equalized from the penalty spot in the 51st. Attendance was 20,330.
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Yokohama F. Marinos see off Mito 2-0
At Nissan Stadium in Round 8, Yokohama F. Marinos beat Mito HollyHock 2-0. Jason Quinones opened the scoring in the 8th minute and Riku Yamane added a second in the 83rd to secure the win. Attendance was 25,794.
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Shimizu forward O Sehun welcomes first child
Shimizu S-Pulse announced on September 18 that forward O Sehun has welcomed his first child, a son. Through the club, O expressed gratitude to his wife and the newborn and said he will take on the responsibilities of both football and fatherhood. Supportive messages have followed from fans.
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New autumn campaign CM with Travis Japan launches
On September 19 J.LEAGUE began airing a new autumn invitation campaign commercial featuring Travis Japan. The campaign includes 30 region-specific uniform variations under the slogan “Come to J.LEAGUE!” and is accompanied by nationwide promotional activities, including spectator invitation initiatives.
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