Nagoya Grampus finally managed to consolidate their position at the top of the J. League last weekend, but behind them the field is getting crowded.
Another round of unpredictable results has left Nagoya five points clear in first place, with title rivals Kashima Antlers, Shimizu S-Pulse and Kawasaki Frontale all losing ground with disappointing defeats.
But one team's misfortune is another's opportunity, and Cerezo Osaka and Albirex Niigata have not been slow to take advantage.