22 May 2011

Takayuki Suzuki to Mito HollyHock?

Former Japan international star Takayuki Suzuki may have already signed with the club. As a native of nearby Hitachi city (just like keeper Honma and former captain Owada), he may be looking to come home after playing 3 years in the US and wind down his career with the local team.

It should officially be announced today after the Tottori away game, or tomorrow.

14 May 2011

Mito 0 - 1 Kitakyushu

A wonderfully played match by Mito with the most appaling officiating ever. FIVE yellow cards against Mito, largely undeserved, including one allowing a PK for Kitakyushu. Great breaks for the goal and potential shots called back by dubious fouls and offside calls.

Not a great day, and hopefully it was mere bias and not something more dubious.

Mito 0 - 0 Shonan

02 May 2011

Mito 1 - 2 Gifu

After winning a thriller at home against Tokushima, Mito lost a thriller away at Gifu.

Looking to be ready to lose by two goals near the end of the match. But Ozawa's first professional goal near the final minute gave Mito the hope of a draw, which was snuffed out in the last play of the game as Romero Frank shot an almost-sure crossed ball over the cross bar at close range. He was visibly upset as the final whistle blew afterward.