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I was at the Emperors cup 2013! Good day that!

 

Shuto Machino scored 4 today. That Gamba Osaka keeper had an absolute nightmare though...

 

I wonder if you have any insight on what has happened to Ryotaro Araki @Far East Footballer? He was touted to be special but had injuries last year and seems to have disappeared.

 

Mitsuta with another 2 goals after pumping Vissel Kobe 5-0. He'll probably be the next one off to Europe soon.

 

Crazy * Japanese manager, how Kyogo or Hatate cant get in that squad is ridiculous.

 

If we are to lose Abada I would like us to sign him for right wing. I think he has got something special about him and as we have seen before would probably be available for a modest fee relative to his talent.

 

He actually reminded me of Abada a little the way he ghosts into pockets of space when I watched him but more well rounded and polished. Big team player who puts in a shift aswell.

Could use him as an advanced midfielder or a winger. Would love to bring him here.

 

I think it's nailed on we'll sign him or the other young midfielder/wide man from over there that was mentioned. Can't mind his name now..

 

Here's hoping. I think Mitsuta looks class (puts proper leather through his shots aswell) and works his * off which is a prerequisite to play here lol

Is the other guy Kuryu Matsuki you are thinking of?

 

Aye, pretty sure that was the other boy..

Looked a quality box fo box type with energy and dig, then someone said he played as a winger as well..

They both look class. I'm sure Ange knows all about them. Wouldn't be surprised if we see at least one of them here next season..

We were just too late on Mitoma but Ange has been almost faultless dipping in to that market..

 

Its such a good market aswell and a good standard of league. A bit disappointed we didn't really keep tabs on it before Ange came in though but not sure if the work permit thing at the time made it difficult.

 

Hat trick for Ryotaro Ito.

 

Three cracking finishes, he certainly has talent, he also seems to have that bit of swagger about him that talismanic players do.

It might be that the team he is playing in and being the main man suits him but he does have something about him.

 

Aw yeah he's absolutely oozes confidence!

If you get a chance watch one of his games. He's a player...

 

Was watching a longer video of him there and have seen some highlights of his stand out games. He looks some talent, his vision, weight of pass, shot selection and dribbling all look very good.

 

He's a very clever player. Looked levels above everyone on the pitch against Kawasaki. He'll also be up against Matsuki tomorrow morning so going to tune into that game and see how it goes.

See how he progresses throughout the season but he looks the real deal so far.

Edit: sorry its Sanfecce that FC Tokyo are plsying not Niigata.

Matsuki is a proper battler in the base of midfield though. Having a good game.

 

Mitsuta was pretty good today. Pops up everywhere in the attacking line.

 

Watched a few of that Ito. Looks class..

Turns a bit like Reo but slightly different. Looks a lot taller but I'd deffo take him..

Has so many silky touches and a wee burst/glide with the ball..

Good on set pieces and from range..

Kinda player that would've unlocked the door today..

There's probably something in the talk of him coming. Can see it happening..

 

He'll likely be playing tomorrow if you are an early riser at 6am and want to watch it lol he's so good to watch though. Very press resistant and a very gifted player.

Matsuki I think you'd also love. What an engine that guy has...