Sagan Tosu get the better of Kashima Antlers

Sagan Tosu beat Kashima Antlers in a fantastic win on Saturday, 4-2, on matchday 9. To this matchday, Kenta Kawai's team came from two defeats, and Ranko Popovic's team came from a win. Marcelo Ryan was the main player.

The opening goal was scored by Kimito Nono with 11 minutes on the clock. After 23 minutes, Marcelo Ryan wasted the chance to score. With 30 minutes on the clock, So Kawahara fired home for Sagan Tosu. With 45 minutes on the clock, Marcelo Ryan fired home Kenta Kawai's team second goal.

After 80 minutes, Sagan Tosu increased their lead with a goal from forward. In the closing stages of the game, Yuma Suzuki scored the second goal for Kashima Antlers, from the penalty spot. In the final minutes of the game, Akito Fukuta scored the last goal of the match.

After the result Kashima Antlers are 9th in the table, with 13 points, while Sagan Tosu sit 17th place, with 7 points. In the next fixture, Kenta Kawai's team visit Kashiwa Reysol, whilst Ranko Popovic's team will play away against Gamba Osaka.