Kagoshima United Edge Roasso Kumamoto 2-1 in J2/J3 100 Year Vision League Derby

A passionate crowd at Shiranami Stadium witnessed a classic Kyushu derby on May 17, 2026, as Kagoshima United defeated Roasso Kumamoto 2‑1 in the J2/J3 100 Year Vision League. The victory was hard‑earned, with both teams giving their all in a match that swung one way and then the other.

Kagoshima opened the scoring midway through the first half when their striker latched onto a through‑ball and calmly slotted past the Kumamoto goalkeeper. Roasso Kumamoto responded before halftime, equalizing with a deflected shot from outside the box. The second half followed a similar pattern of end‑to‑end action, but it was Kagoshima who found the decisive goal in the 67th minute, a header from a free‑kick that proved impossible to stop.

Kumamoto pushed hard for a second equalizer in the closing stages, but Kagoshima’s defense, led by an outstanding display from the centre‑backs, held firm. The win moves Kagoshima United into the top half of the league, while Roasso Kumamoto will rue missed chances as they look to climb the table after a mixed start to the season.

The 100‑Year Vision League continues to deliver compelling storylines, and this derby was a perfect example of the competition’s intensity and passion.