Vissel Kobe Clinches Second J League Title

Vissel Kobe successfully defended their J-League title with a commanding 3-0 victory over Shonan Bellmare on the final day of the season, completing a domestic double after winning the Emperor's Cup two weeks prior. Starting the day one point ahead of Sanfrecce Hiroshima, Kobe's win, combined with Hiroshima's loss to Gamba Osaka, secured their championship by four points. Goals from Taisei Miyashiro and Yoshinori Muto, along with a third from Takahiro Ohgihara, highlighted their dominant performance. The victory also positions Kobe to potentially qualify for the Asian Champions League, targeting an unprecedented treble. Coach Takayuki Yoshida praised the team's hard work and commitment, while Muto emphasized the collective responsibility shown by the players. This marks Kobe's second consecutive title, following their first last season shortly after the departure of star player Andres Iniesta.