Brazilian striker Washington helped himself to a second-half double as Tokyo Verdy stunned leaders Kashima Antlers 2-0 to maintain its unbeaten start under new coach Vadao in the J. League first division on Saturday.
Yokohama F. Maminos forward Daisuke Sakata (far left) scores a goal in the 26th minute during Saturday's J. League first-division match against Gamba Osaka at Expo Stadium. Gamba won 3-2.
Kashima had defender Daiki Iwamasa sent off in the first half on his return from suspension and the four-time champion's misery was compounded when its lead at the top was cut to one point as second place Gamba Osaka edged defending champions Yokohama F. Marinos 3-2.
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