# Emperor's Cup Saitama Derby

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/emperors-cup-saitama-derby
> Updated: 2026-10-07T09:27:28.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2.

The Emperor's Cup third round featured the return of the Saitama Derby, the first official match between RB Omiya Ardija and Urawa Reds in nine years. Ahead of the fixture, Omiya manager Narcís Pèlach Nadal expressed ambition to secure an upset, while Urawa manager Cho Gue-rae emphasized the need to maintain control amidst a demanding schedule.

On October 7, Urawa Reds advanced to the round of 16 by defeating RB Omiya Ardija 3-2. Goals for Urawa were provided by Yudai Sasu, Renji Hirono, and Ado Onaiwu. Following the match, Cho Gue-rae noted that while the team performed well initially, they must address how they conceded points late in the game.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-07: Emperor's Cup: Urawa Reds and Cerezo Osaka advance

Urawa Reds advanced to the Emperor's Cup round of 16 after a 3-2 victory over RB Omiya Ardija, while Cerezo Osaka defeated Kagoshima United 2-0.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/emperors-cup-urawa-reds-and-cerezo-osaka-advance

### 2026-10-05: Saitama Derby returns as RB Omiya faces Urawa Reds in Emperor's Cup

RB Omiya Ardija and Urawa Reds will compete in the first official Saitama Derby in nine years during the Emperor's Cup third round on October 7.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/saitama-derby-returns-as-rb-omiya-faces-urawa-reds-in-emperors-cup

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Cite as: Emperor's Cup Saitama Derby. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/emperors-cup-saitama-derby