Shimizu S-Pulse

Urawa Reds Urawa Reds opened up daylight at the top of the J-League by crushing Omiya Ardija 4-0 as the rest of the top four all dropped points.

Tokushima Vortis The bottom two in J-League clash on Sunday as Tokushima Vortis aim to clinch only their second win of the season against Omiya Ardija.

Cerezo Osaka Former Germany international Cacau could make his Cerezo Osaka debut away to Kawasaki Frontale on Saturday.

Urawa Reds Urawa Reds extended their lead atop the J.League despite being held to a 0-0 draw by Ventforet Kofu, while Tokushima Vortis were relegated.

Urawa Reds Urawa Reds coach Mihailo Petrovic is remaining upbeat despite his league leaders' indifferent J-League form.

Cerezo Osaka J-League leaders Urawa Reds and Kawasaki Frontale face differing challenges as a high-stakes Osaka derby unfolds this weekend.

Gamba Osaka Gamba Osaka won the J-League Cup at Saitama Stadium 2002 this month but could be brought back down to earth at the same venue on Saturday.

Yokohama F Marinos Yokohama F Marinos will look to build on their impressive 3-0 triumph over Urawa Reds, when they travel to Omiya Ardija on Saturday.

Yokohama F Marinos Yokohama F. Marinos took back the J.League lead with a 3-0 win over title rivals Urawa Reds at the Nissan Stadium on Wednesday.

Yokohama F Marinos Sanfrecce Hiroshima regained top spot in the J.League after rivals Yokohama F. Marinos were beaten 2-1 by Kashima Antlers away from home.