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Gamba Osaka secures first J1 victory against Avispa Fukuoka
Gamba Osaka defeated Avispa Fukuoka 2-1 in a J1 League Matchday 11 fixture on October 21, 2026. The victory marks the team's first league win since the season opener. Goals for Gamba Osaka were scored by Welton and Takashi Usami, with Usami netting the decisive winning goal in the 78th minute.
Following the match, Takashi Usami's post-game comments drew attention. In a DAZN interview, Usami stated that players should focus on their own efforts and “unite as players” to handle upcoming matches. His remarks did not explicitly mention manager Tomokazu Myojin, leading to public speculation regarding potential friction between the players, coaching staff, and club management.
Currently sitting in 15th place in the J1 standings with 10 points, Gamba Osaka's next scheduled match is against Kyoto Sanga F.C. on October 24.
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Avispa Fukuoka · Gamba Osaka · Takashi Usami · Tomokazu Myojin · Welton
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- [● 3 SOURCES] Gamba Osaka defeated Avispa Fukuoka 2-1 in a J1 League match on October 21, 2026. football-tribe.com · sakanowa.jp
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Welton scored a goal for Gamba Osaka during the match.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Gamba Osaka is currently ranked 15th in the J1 League.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Takashi Usami stated that players should strive to be able to play in every match and unite as players. football-tribe.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Gamba Osaka has 10 points in the J1 League after 11 matches.
- [● 2 SOURCES] Takashi Usami scored the winning goal for Gamba Osaka. football-tribe.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Gamba Osaka's next match is against Kyoto Sanga F.C. on October 24, 2026.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Tomokazu Myojin is the manager of Gamba Osaka. sakanowa.jp