Vanraure Hachinohe and Kataller Toyama are two clubs in the J League Division 2 with very different ambitions. Vanraure's goal is to stay up while avoiding relegation battles, after gaining promotion in 2020 for the first time ever. They have a modest budget and draw crowds averaging around 4,000 fans per home match.
Kataller Toyama meanwhile have very lofty aspirations, aiming to achieve back to back promotions and reach J1 within 5 years under ambitious owners. They have invested heavily in players and facilities, including opening a brand new 8,000 seater stadium last year. Average attendance has nearly doubled under the new ownership to over 7,000 per game .
On the pitch, Vanraure rely on a sturdy defence and playing on the counter. Managed by experienced coach Yukitoshi Hasegawa, they finished 12th last term conceding just 39 goals. Key player is captain Yuki Nakashima, a defender who has been with the - https://mbscore.tv/match/vanraure-hachinohe-vs-kataller-toyama-18778033