Albirex Niigata secured a comfortable 2-0 away win against FC Imabari in the J2/J3 100 Year Vision League on March 1, 2026. The match at Imabari City Stadium saw the visitors control proceedings with a professional performance to take all three points. Albirex Niigata took the lead in the first half with a well-worked goal, a flowing move that was finished calmly from inside the box. They doubled their advantage early in the second half, capitalizing on a defensive mistake from Imabari to score from close range. FC Imabari struggled to create meaningful chances against a well-organized Niigata defense, with their best opportunity coming from a long-range shot that was comfortably saved. Albirex Niigata managed the game expertly in the latter stages, keeping possession and limiting any potential threat from the home side. The result reinforced Albirex Niigata's status as one of the stronger teams in the division, while for FC Imabari it was a disappointing home performance that highlighted the gap they need to bridge.