Fagiano Okayama
- Alias
- Fagiano O
- Leagues Played
- Japan J2-League 420 Japan J-League 29 Japan Cup 11 Japan J-League Cup 3 Japan FA Cup 3 Japan J-League Play-Offs 2
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- Related Teams
- Fagiano Okayama II
Fixtures
| Japan J-League | 02/15 05:00 | 1 |
Fagiano Okayama vs
Kyoto Sanga FC
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| Japan J-League | 02/22 05:00 | 2 |
Yokohama FC
vs
Fagiano Okayama
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| Japan J-League | 02/26 10:00 | 3 |
Fagiano Okayama vs
Gamba Osaka
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| Japan J-League | 03/02 05:00 | 4 |
Fagiano Okayama vs
Shimizu S-Pulse
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| Japan J-League | 03/08 05:00 | 5 |
Urawa Red Diamonds
vs
Fagiano Okayama
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| Japan J-League | 03/16 05:00 | 6 |
Fagiano Okayama vs
Kawasaki Frontale
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Results
| Japan J-League Play-Offs | 12/07 04:05 | 1 |
Fagiano Okayama v
Vegalta Sendai
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W | 2-0 | |
| Japan J-League Play-Offs | 12/01 05:00 | 2 |
Montedio Yamagata
v
Fagiano Okayama
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W | 0-3 | |
| Japan J2-League | 11/10 05:00 | 38 |
[19] Kagoshima United
v
Fagiano Okayama [4]
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D | 0-0 | |
| Japan J2-League | 11/03 04:00 | 37 |
[5] Fagiano Okayama v
Fujieda MYFC
[12] 
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W | 2-0 | |
| Japan J2-League | 10/27 05:00 | 36 |
[1] Yokohama FC
v
Fagiano Okayama [5]
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W | 2-4 | |
| Japan J2-League | 10/20 05:00 | 35 |
[6] Fagiano Okayama v
Iwaki SC
[8] 
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W | 2-1 | |
| Japan J2-League | 10/05 05:00 | 34 |
[14] Ventforet Kofu
v
Fagiano Okayama [4]
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L | 3-1 | |
| Japan J2-League | 09/29 05:00 | 33 |
[4] Fagiano Okayama v
V-Varen Nagasaki
[3] 
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W | 1-0 | |
| Japan J2-League | 09/22 05:00 | 32 |
[14] Mito Hollyhock
v
Fagiano Okayama [5]
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D | 0-0 | |
| Japan J2-League | 09/14 10:00 | 31 |
[5] Fagiano Okayama v
Ehime FC
[14] 
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W | 3-0 | |
| Japan J2-League | 09/08 09:00 | 30 |
[5] Fagiano Okayama v
Blaublitz Akita
[14] 
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L | 0-1 | |
| Japan J2-League | 08/31 10:00 | 29 |
[4] Renofa Yamaguchi
v
Fagiano Okayama [6]
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W | 0-2 |
Stats
| Total | Home | Away | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Matches played | 43 | 22 | 21 |
| Wins | 20 | 12 | 8 |
| Draws | 15 | 5 | 10 |
| Losses | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Goals for | 60 | 29 | 31 |
| Goals against | 39 | 19 | 20 |
| Clean sheets | 22 | 13 | 9 |
| Failed to score | 9 | 4 | 5 |
Wikipedia - Fagiano Okayama
Fagiano Okayama (ファジアーノ岡山, Fajiāno Okayama) is a Japanese football club based in Okayama, the capital of Okayama Prefecture. The club plays in the J1 League, which is the top tier of football in the country.
History
They were formed in 1975 after the old Kawasaki Steel Mizushima F.C. moved to Kobe, who are now Vissel Kobe.
The old boys of the club formed a new club which they called the "River Free Kickers" (RFK). For years thereafter the club played in the prefectural league. In 2003, they assumed the name Fagiano Okayama and began rising in the ranks.
In 2005, Fagiano Okayama were promoted into the Chugoku Regional League. In July 2007, Fagiano became the first club ever to attain the J.League Associate Membership while still playing in a division below the JFL. On 2 December 2007, Fagiano gained promotion to the JFL courtesy of winning the first place in the regional playoff games.
In 2008, they secured 4th place in the last JFL match week, thereby qualifying for J.League Division 2 promotion below Tochigi SC and Kataller Toyama. On 1 December 2008, promotion was made official by J.League and Okayama competed in J.League Division 2 for the first time in their history from 2009 season.
On 7 December 2024, Fagiano Okayama secured promotion to the J1 League for the first time in their history after defeating Vegalta Sendai 2–0 in the promotion play-off final, ending their 16-year stay in the J2 League.
Their main sponsor is Okayama Gas and their back sponsor is the Sanyo Shinbun, a local newspaper in Okayama.
Fagiano Okayama has a passionate fan base and plays their home matches at the City Light Stadium, which has a capacity of over 20,000 spectators. The team's colors are red and white, and their mascot is a pheasant named "Fagiano-kun."
Over the years, Fagiano Okayama has had some success in the J2 League, consistently competing for promotion to the top division. The team has also participated in the Emperor's Cup, Japan's premier cup competition, and has had some notable victories against top-tier teams.
Fagiano Okayama is known for their attacking style of play and strong team spirit. They have a talented roster of players, both domestic and international, who are dedicated to bringing success to the club and its fans. With a rich history and a bright future ahead, Fagiano Okayama continues to be a respected and competitive team in Japanese soccer.