FC Tiamo Hirakata 1–3 Minebea Mitsumi FC
Japanese Football League | 16 May 2026

Minebea Mitsumi Power Past Tiamo Hirakata

Minebea Mitsumi FC continued their strong form in the Japanese Football League with an emphatic 3–1 victory away to FC Tiamo Hirakata on 16 May 2026. The visitors’ relentless pressing and sharp finishing ensured they left with all three points.

Tiamo Hirakata started brightly and even took the lead midway through the first half. However, Minebea quickly turned the game around with three unanswered goals, showcasing their resilience and quality.

Key Moments

• 28’ – Hirakata’s Kentaro Nakamura nodded home from a corner after the home side had dominated the early exchanges.
• 38’ – Minebea equalised through a powerful drive from midfielder Daiki Ueda, who was given too much space on the edge of the box.
• 52’ – Winger Ryoichi Shibata put Minebea ahead with a curling shot into the far corner after a swift counterattack.
• 74’ – Substitute Kenta Mori sealed the victory with a clinical finish from a cutback, making it 3–1.

Tactical Shift

After going behind, Minebea Mitsumi adjusted their pressing triggers and began targeting Hirakata’s full‑backs in transition. The introduction of Kenta Mori added fresh legs and a direct threat, while Daiki Ueda’s box‑to‑box runs caused constant problems.

Standout Performer

Daiki Ueda was instrumental, scoring the equaliser and assisting the third goal. His energy in midfield and ability to arrive late in the box was a constant menace. For Hirakata, goalkeeper Shota Yamada made several fine saves but was let down by defensive lapses.

Season Impact

Minebea Mitsumi move up to third in the Japanese Football League table, while FC Tiamo Hirakata remain in mid‑table. The loss highlights their vulnerability after taking the lead – a pattern they will need to correct to challenge for promotion.