J2/J3 100 Year Vision League: Shonan Bellmare 2-1 Montedio Yamagata In a tightly contested match in the J2/J3 100 Year Vision League, Shonan Bellmare edged past Montedio Yamagata with a 2-1 home victory. The match, played on March 14, 2026, saw Bellmare recover from a deficit to claim all three points in a game of shifting momentum. Montedio Yamagata started brightly and were rewarded with an opening goal from a swift counter-attack, catching the Shonan defense off guard. The home side responded with increasing pressure and found an equalizer before halftime, a scrappy goal from a corner that sparked the crowd. The second half was a tense affair, with both teams creating chances. The decisive moment came in the 75th minute when Shonan's persistent attacking play resulted in a low driven shot that found the bottom corner, sending the home fans into raptures. A key incident was a disallowed goal for Yamagata in the second half for a marginal offside call, a decision that proved crucial. Shonan's midfield engine was instrumental in turning the tide, winning possession and driving the team forward during the crucial phases of the match. The win provides a valuable boost for Shonan Bellmare's league campaign, moving them up the table, while Montedio Yamagata will rue missed opportunities to hold onto their lead. The Yamagata manager pointed to the disallowed goal as a turning point, saying, "These fine margins change games." His Shonan counterpart highlighted his team's character: "The response after going a goal down was excellent. We showed great spirit." Shonan Bellmare lined up in their familiar 4-4-2 formation, while Montedio Yamagata opted for a more cautious 5-3-2 setup, but it was Bellmare's resilience that ultimately decided the contest.