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Fagiano Okayama

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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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Japan J-League 02/15 05:00 1 Fagiano Okayama v Kyoto Sanga FC - View
Japan J-League 02/22 05:00 2 Yokohama FC v Fagiano Okayama - View
Japan J-League 02/26 10:00 3 Fagiano Okayama v Gamba Osaka - View
Japan J-League 03/02 05:00 4 Fagiano Okayama v Shimizu S-Pulse - View
Japan J-League 03/08 05:00 5 Urawa Red Diamonds v Fagiano Okayama - View
Japan J-League 03/16 05:00 6 Fagiano Okayama v Kawasaki Frontale - View
Japan J-League Cup 03/20 05:00 7 Giravanz Kitakyushu v Fagiano Okayama - View
Japan J-League 03/29 03:55 7 Fagiano Okayama v Yokohama F-Marinos - View
Japan J-League 04/02 10:00 8 Cerezo Osaka v Fagiano Okayama - View
Japan J-League 04/06 04:00 9 Fagiano Okayama v FC Tokyo - View
Japan J-League 04/12 05:00 10 Sanfrecce Hiroshima v Fagiano Okayama - View
Japan J-League 04/20 05:00 11 Fagiano Okayama v Kashima Antlers - View
Japan J-League 04/25 10:00 12 Avispa Fukuoka v Fagiano Okayama - View
Japan J-League 04/29 05:00 13 Fagiano Okayama v Tokyo Verdy - View
Japan J-League 05/06 05:00 15 Nagoya Grampus v Fagiano Okayama - View
Japan J-League 05/10 07:00 16 Kashiwa Reysol v Fagiano Okayama - View
Japan J-League 05/18 06:00 17 Fagiano Okayama v Albirex Niigata - View
Japan J-League 05/25 04:00 18 Fagiano Okayama v Machida Zelvia - View
Japan J-League 05/28 10:00 14 Vissel Kobe v Fagiano Okayama - View
Japan J-League 06/01 06:00 19 Shonan Bellmare v Fagiano Okayama - View
Japan J-League 06/15 09:00 20 Fagiano Okayama v Avispa Fukuoka - View
Japan J-League 06/21 10:00 21 Yokohama F-Marinos v Fagiano Okayama - View
Japan J-League 06/28 09:00 22 Kashima Antlers v Fagiano Okayama - View
Japan J-League 07/05 09:55 23 Fagiano Okayama v Sanfrecce Hiroshima - View
Japan J-League 07/20 10:00 24 Fagiano Okayama v Vissel Kobe - View
Japan J-League 08/10 10:00 25 Gamba Osaka v Fagiano Okayama - View
Japan J-League 08/17 09:00 26 Fagiano Okayama v Kashiwa Reysol - View
Japan J-League 08/23 10:00 27 Fagiano Okayama v Shonan Bellmare - View
Japan J-League 08/30 10:00 28 Kyoto Sanga FC v Fagiano Okayama - View
Japan J-League 09/13 09:00 29 Fagiano Okayama v Nagoya Grampus - View

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 is a professional soccer team based in Okayama, Japan. The team was founded in 2004 and currently competes in the J2 League, the second tier of Japanese football. The team's name, "Fagiano," is Italian for pheasant, which is a symbol of Okayama Prefecture.

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.