Nidai Fujisawa defeats Keio Gijuku in Kanagawa high school soccer semifinals

Nidai Fujisawa High School defeated Keio Gijuku High School 3-0 in the semifinals of the 105th All Japan High School Soccer Championship Kanagawa Prefecture qualifiers. The match, held at Uvance Todoroki Stadium before a crowd of 7,215, marked Keio Gijuku's first semifinal appearance in 52 years.

Keio Gijuku captain and forward Reo Kawashima, known for his significant speed, attempted to lead the attack but faced heavy marking from the Nidai Fujisawa defense. A potential goal by Kawashima in the second half was ruled offside, a moment the player expressed deep regret over. Nidai Fujisawa eventually secured the win, advancing to the final against Toko Gakuen.

The match also drew attention regarding supporter conduct. A Kawasaki Frontale supporter group, Kawasaki Kazoku, had previously faced controversy for calling for support for Nidai Fujisawa due to the presence of players with ties to the professional club, including Ryugo Nakamura, son of former player Kengo Nakamura. Following criticism regarding the neutrality of professional supporter groups in amateur high school matches, the group has reportedly opted to remain silent ahead of the final.