On June 15 at 5 pm, J2 League Round 20 sees Fuchu MYFC host FC Yokohama at home.
In their previous J2 League match, Fuchu MYFC suffered a 0-1 defeat to Shizuoka derby rivals Shimizu S-Pulse away from home. Despite maintaining a compact defense throughout the game, the team relied solely on Yosuke Yamasaki’s individual efforts from long range, unable to overcome the disparity in quality. Reflecting on the loss, Fuchu manager Daisuke Sato said, “We did what we needed to do well, but we are not satisfied with the result. We gave our best, and we will continue to challenge ourselves.”
Sitting 12th in the J2 League standings with 7 wins, 3 draws, and 9 losses, Fuchu is currently 7 points adrift of the promotion playoff zone. It seems more likely that they will focus on avoiding relegation rather than pushing for a top-six finish this season. With a home record of 4 wins, 3 draws, and 3 losses, Fuchu MYFC ranks 8th in home performance. In their last four home league matches, they secured victories against strong opponents甲府和秋田, achieving a 3-1 record, demonstrating stability. In the recent Emperor’s Cup fixture, Fuchu defeated fellow strugglers Tochigi SC 2-0 at home to progress, showcasing solid attacking form.
For this match, Fuchu MYFC will be without veteran Takata Katsuya, while wing-back Yosuke Kashiwagi returns from suspension, boosting the team’s attacking options on the flanks.
Visiting FC Yokohama secured a narrow 1-0 win over relegation battler Tokushima Vortis in their previous league fixture, thanks to a stunning half-time strike by center-back Furuhashi Koji. Manager Shuichi Hasegawa praised his team’s recent form and highlighted the team’s success on the wings, especially the left side with Yajima Kenta and Furuhashi, posing a significant threat to any opposition. Currently, FC Yokohama sits third in the league table with 11 wins, 4 draws, and 4 losses, two points behind the direct promotion spot with a game in hand. Their away record stands at 5 wins, 2 draws, and 3 losses, conceding an average of just 0.5 goals per game, reflecting their solid defensive display. In the midweek Emperor’s Cup match, they advanced after extra time against J3 League side Hachinohe, fielding a predominantly reserve squad, minimizing physical exertion.
With three injured players—Mori Hideto, Araki Riki, and Nguyen Cong Phuong—Yokohama FC has signed高中锋马里, who will be eligible to play in a month. For now, they will continue to rely on Takahashi Riki and Solomon for rotation upfront.
In their first encounter this season, FC Yokohama triumphed 2-0 over Fuchu MYFC at home, giving them a psychological edge. As the underdog Fuchu MYFC aims to bounce back from defeat on home soil, will FC Yokohama secure all three points in their pursuit of promotion?
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