Miyazaki, Japan — Playing their final home fixture of the season, Viamontes Miyazaki Alegrita defeated Minamata Football Club Women 3–1 on November 7, 2026, at Tomitahama Park Ground in Shintomi, Miyazaki Prefecture, securing victory through a 6th-minute opener and two late goals in the KYFA 29th Kyushu Women’s Soccer League 1st Division.
The home side entered the contest aiming to close out their home schedule with a win, but faced a stubborn challenge after conceding an equalizer in the first half. Kotaro Nogami’s squad controlled the early tempo, grabbing the lead when Marin Yokoyama converted in the 6th minute. Minamata responded before the break, leaving the teams deadlocked at 1–1 at halftime.
Yokoyama and Tanaka Deliver Late Goals at Tomitahama Park
After a tense middle period where both sides struggled to find a breakthrough, Alegrita’s attack broke through in the closing stages. Aika Tanaka restored the lead in the 74th minute and struck again in the 77th minute to put the result beyond doubt. The team used several substitutes during the second half, bringing on Natsuki Okano, Narina Nanpeira, Miyu Kuroki, Harumi Ueno, Sakurako Deguchi, and Koharu Matsumoto as the home side pressed for the finish.
The victory brought a celebratory end to the home league campaign in front of supporters who gathered at the Miyazaki venue.
Nogami and Players Point to Empress Cup Preparation
Reflecting on the match, Nogami noted that while the team executed their early game plan well, they hurried their attacks after conceding the equalizer. The technical staff successfully adjusted at the interval, setting up the two decisive late tallies. Aika Tanaka pointed out that the team drew the largest home league crowd of the season, adding that the substitutes injected necessary energy during a difficult stretch of play.
Kanon Noguchi emphasized that the squad must correct lingering defensive lapses before shifting focus to national competition.
Empress Cup First Round Awaits in Okayama
Alegrita turns its attention immediately to the Empress Cup JFA 48th Women's All Japan Football Championship. The team travels to Takahashi, Okayama Prefecture, to face Diosa Izumo FC in the first round on November 14, 2026, with kickoff scheduled for 10:30 at Kambara Sports Park Multipurpose Ground.
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