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Imabari and Kagoshima United played an intense match on Saturday. Imabari came out attacking and had several early chances. Their speed on the wings caused problems for Kagoshima's defense. In the 15th minute, Imabari's #10 found space and curled a shot 聾 just outside the box into the top corner.

Kagoshima responded well to going behind and started dominating possession. Their midfield trio of #8, #6, and #23 controlled the tempo and helped switch play effectively. In the 30th minute, a cross from the left found #9 at the back post, but his header sailed 聾 just over the bar. Right before halftime, Kagoshima won a penalty when #23 was tripped in the box. #10 stepped up and calmly slotted the ball past the keeper into the bottom right corner️ to level the scores.

The second half was a more cagey affair with both teams cautious not to concede again. Kagoshima continued pressing forward and looked the more likely to score. However, Imabari threatened on the counter and almost grabbed a goal against the run of play in the 70th minute only to be denied by a last-ditch defending. With the game looking set to end in a draw, Kagoshima launched a late attack that resulted in #9 beating his marker to head home a cross with just minutes left to steal all three points!

It was a hard-fought victory for Kagoshima against their in-form opponents. Imabari can feel aggrieved they did not get anything from the match after their early lead and second half resilience. For Kagoshima, the win moves them to within three points of the top with three games left. Meanwhile, Imabari sees their grip on a promotion spot loosen and they have work to do in their final fixtures. Both teams will hope to maintain momentum heading into the business end of the season. - https://mbscore.tv/match/imabari-vs-kagoshima-united-18778039