Fagiano Okayama 3:2 Sanfrecce Hiroshima — Match Report

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Fagiano Okayama beat Sanfrecce Hiroshima 3-2 in the J.League, with Kota Kawano's hat-trick proving decisive. Sanfrecce had far more of the ball and more shots, but Okayama took their chances.

Kawano put Okayama ahead in the 10th minute and made it 2-0 in the 21st. Sébastien Haller pulled one back for Hiroshima just before half-time, but Kawano completed his hat-trick in the 50th minute. Hayao Kawabe's 64th-minute strike set up a tense finish after Okayama's Oberdan Alionço was sent off in the 61st minute.

The standout performance was Kawano's three goals, punishing Sanfrecce despite their 77% possession and 20 shots. Okayama managed only 10 shots but five were on target, and their goalkeeper made five saves.

Questions & Answers

What was the final score of Fagiano Okayama vs Sanfrecce Hiroshima?

Fagiano Okayama 3-2 Sanfrecce Hiroshima (J.League).

Who scored?

Kota Kawano (10', assist Lucão) for Fagiano Okayama; Kota Kawano (21', assist Oberdan Alionço) for Fagiano Okayama; Sébastien Haller (45', assist Mutsuki Kato) for Sanfrecce Hiroshima; Kota Kawano (50', assist Haruka Motoyama) for Fagiano Okayama; Hayao Kawabe (64', assist Akito Suzuki) for Sanfrecce Hiroshima.

Was Fagiano Okayama's win deserved?

Yes — Fagiano Okayama were on top for most of the match.

Were there any red cards in Fagiano Okayama vs Sanfrecce Hiroshima?

Yes — sent off: Oberdan Alionço (Fagiano Okayama, 61').

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