Sanfrecce Hiroshima prepares for J1 league opener with peace match against Nagasaki

Sanfrecce Hiroshima will play a peace match against Nagasaki tomorrow, their first in eight years, as they prepare for the J1 Centennial Vision League opener. The team has completed preparations under new coach Bartosz Gaul, focusing on coordinated offense and defense during training camps. Players feel positive about their progress and the potential for a new style of play. This special tournament, part of the league's shift to an autumn-spring season, features a unique format with penalty shootouts for draws and no relegation, aiming to prepare teams for the upcoming season.